Topuria shoves Gaethje by Lincoln Memorial ahead of White House UFC event
Author: Al Jazeera Staff and ReutersPublished on: June 13, 2026Country: United States
Sports

Ilia Topuria shoved Justin Gaethje during a press conference in front of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. The lightweight title fight takes place on Sunday as part of the UFC event at the White House. Topuria, the undefeated champion, promised a first-round knockout, while Gaethje relied on his experience. UFC CEO Dana White had to separate them after the incident.
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