UFC fans gathered in Newark, N.J., for the highly anticipated matchup between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O’Malley, but President Donald Trump’s unexpected appearance at the event generated significant attention. While there was no official announcement, Trump’s presence was anticipated, leading to discussions among fans about his performance during his second term.
Some fans expressed admiration for特朗普’s leadership, with Erin Kerr stating, “He’s doing an amazing job. He’s shocking us all, but he’s doing what everybody knows he’s going to do. Wow”. Others, like Eric Ventura, praised Trump’s honesty, saying, “I believe that Trump is somebody to respect. He’s always honest about things and at the end of the day, you know, it might be politics, but you know we should kind of respect what’s going on, you know what I’m saying.”
In contrast, some fans, such as Paul Gordon, expressed a preference for the UFC over political debates, claiming, “I’d much rather see the UFC than see two bloated billionaires fight each other.” Meanwhile, Chris Wright suggested, “Probably Elon would be kind of funny, but I gotta go with what’s happening tonight, it’s gonna be better.” The event also saw fans debating whether to watch political figures like Trump or billionaires like Elon Musk compete, highlighting the intersection of sports and politics.
Trump’s presence at the event, which was joined by UFC CEO Dana White, a longtime ally of the president, was met with a warm welcome from the roaring crowd. The event underscored the blend of politics and sports, with fans engaging in lively discussions about Trump’s performance and the significance of his appearance at the UFC event.