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Why Topuria could spoil UFC's White House party
Key takeaways
- Ilia Topuria has finished 15 of his 17 fights
- While US President Donald Trump and the UFC prepare for a grand celebration of America on Sunday, one man is perfectly placed to spoil the party.
- In an unprecedented event at the White House to celebrate 250 years of American independence, it is Ilia Topuria - a Spaniard who was born in Germany to Georgian parents - who could have the last word.
Why this matters: a sports story that could shift standings, legacies, or fan conversations.
Ilia Topuria has finished 15 of his 17 fights
While US President Donald Trump and the UFC prepare for a grand celebration of America on Sunday, one man is perfectly placed to spoil the party.
In an unprecedented event at the White House to celebrate 250 years of American independence, it is Ilia Topuria - a Spaniard who was born in Germany to Georgian parents - who could have the last word.
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