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Dana White delivered a memorable and very fiery speech Thursday night at the Republican National Convention (full replay HERE) as the UFC CEO introduced former President Donald Trump like he was about to make the walk to the Octagon.
White, who has done these political appearances before to back his buddy Donald, had to be feeling extra pressure to deliver a well-thought speech considering Trump just survived an assassination attempt last weekend. The former President has still been making his campaign rounds and followed through on Thursday’s stop in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
White took the stage for approximately five minutes, culminating in a boisterous introduction for Trump reminiscent of a UFC event. See the video below:
| Dana White introduces Donald Trump at the Republican National Convention.
“I know America needs a strong leader, and the world needs a strong America.
“I know Donald J. Trump is the best choice for president of the United States.
“My fellow Americans, it is my honor to… pic.twitter.com/q9VWgRjTwb
— Parry Punch (@ParryPunchNews) July 19, 2024
White concluded his speech by emphasizing the significance of a robust leader for America and its global impact. Asserting that Donald J. Trump stands as the optimal candidate for the presidency, he stated, “I firmly believe that America requires a strong leader, and the world necessitates a strong America.”
“Ladies and gentlemen, I am privileged to present to you Donald J. Trump, the 45th president of the United States, and soon to be the 47th president.”
Insomnia
McGregor vs. Chandler at UFC 310?
BREAKING NEWS
Spoke with Conor McGregor this afternoon about his plans to return to the UFC after suffering a broken toe.
He told me he likes the sound of fighting Michael Chandler at UFC 310 on December 14.
interview to drop later.
Thoughts, peeps? pic.twitter.com/gmOqWdc5ks
— Chisanga Malata (@Chisanga_Malata) July 18, 2024
Daniel Cormier backing Jon Jones?!
Daniel Cormier backs Jon Jones over latest misdemeanor charges
Full story: https://t.co/84TNy9f2Zk pic.twitter.com/jW4kkv9V0b
— MMA Fighting (@MMAFighting) July 18, 2024
Conor McGregor is seen here making a remark directed towards Jake Paul.
Conor McGregor just dissed Jake Paul in his first BKFC press conference pic.twitter.com/IXDUZR4r6X
— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) July 18, 2024
Jake Paul and Mike Perry shared their thoughts on those comments.
Jake Paul and Mike Perry respond to Conor McGregor.pic.twitter.com/maEpjnaQoO
— Jed I. Goodman © (@jedigoodman) July 18, 2024
Will fight fans be able to witness Jan Blachowicz in his previous form?
Woke up today. I drank my favorite coffee, walked with my dog, played with Jan jr. A normal day but something was different.
I called the UFC Office. I told them: Sign me up for December.
Feels like my old version is back. I’m back.
— Jan Blachowicz (@JanBlachowicz) July 18, 2024
“Furthermore, “Notorious” seized the opportunity to unfairly criticize UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria.”
Conor McGregor on Ilia Topuria:
“He’s not bad… I’d slap him around he’s too small.”
@bareknucklefc #UFC #MMA pic.twitter.com/ro8KhHKCFP
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) July 18, 2024
Which guys would Kamaru Usman defeat?
Kamaru Usman says there’s a huge chance that his next opponent will be either Shavkat, Ian Garry, JDM or Belal
“It’s up to me to go show them… they’re not on my level yet. That I’ve been doing this. That I have been, always will be the boogeyman of that welterweight… pic.twitter.com/4UIuED0NsC
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) July 18, 2024
As Jon Jones gears up for his UFC comeback, his physical condition appears to be exceptional.
View this post on InstagramA post shared by Bony (@jonnybones)
Ariel Helwani to the rescue!
another cringey Tiktoker just tried to talk trash to Mike Perry for Jake Paul and immediately got shut down by Ariel Helwani
pic.twitter.com/F0fAXv2aUM
— OOC MMA (@oocmma) July 18, 2024
Will “No Love” bounce back in this matchup?
Bantamweight Banger
Former bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt returns on October 12th. He takes on Miles Johns.
Event targeted for UFC APEX in Las Vegas. pic.twitter.com/h2Ifs86tc9
— Marcel Dorff (@BigMarcel24) July 18, 2024
It seems that Jean Silva suffered fractures in both of his hands but still managed to stop Drew Dober at UFC Denver. Quite an extraordinary turn of events.
| Jean Silva has announced that he fractured both his left and right hands in the first round of his #UFCDenver victory over Drew Dober.
He still fought through to stop Dober in the third round.
THIS MAN IS INSANE! pic.twitter.com/2J2wzce033
— MMA Orbit (@mma_orbit) July 18, 2024
Slips, rips, and KO clips
Not much out there so let us revisit Sean O’Malley’s Contender Series knockout from exactly seven years ago.
POV: You’re looking at a future champ right there! #OnThisDay in 2017: @SugaSeanMMA earned his UFC contract with this sensational performance in Dana White’s Contender Series!
Watch all his best fights on @UFCFightPass pic.twitter.com/6t5njrf5bw
— UFC_Asia (@UFC_Asia) July 19, 2024
Random Land
At the RNC, witness Hulk Hogan energetically tearing off his shirt.
YEAH, BROTHER! @HulkHogan rips off his shirt to reveal he’s backing a Trump-Vance ticket to the White House. pic.twitter.com/RS7XZsDAqf
— Fox News (@FoxNews) July 19, 2024
Rest peacefully, enthusiasts! We shall return for further excitement tomorrow evening.
