‘Done deal, signed’… Conor McGregor announces his UFC White House comeback is official
Conor McGregor claims he’s signed a contract to make his long-awaited UFC comeback.
‘Notorious’ hasn’t fought since breaking his leg during a trilogy bout with Dustin Poirier at UFC 264 in Jul 2021.
In recent months, Conor McGregor has been heavily linked to a fight at the White House next year.
The UFC will hold a unique event at President Donald Trump‘s official residence to celebrate the country’s 250th birthday in June 2026.
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Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCConor McGregor confirms UFC comebackConor McGregor has been publicly campaigning to headline the upcoming UFC White House card.
The former dual-weight UFC champion recently revealed he was in negotiations with the US government.
A few days later, the Irish superstar says a deal is done and he’s signed a contract to make his return.
“It’s a done deal, signed, delivered,“ McGregor told Sean Hannity.
“It ain’t a negotiation. It’s a done deal, signed, delivered.
“McGregor will compete in the White House for America’s 250th birthday.
“Me and Dana are in constant communication, we’ve done incredible business together.
“I’m the highest-generating fighter of all time in the Ultimate Fighting Championship.
“They’ve just signed a breathtaking deal with Paramount, where we go to cable TV. $7.7 billion that deal was approved for.
“I’m ready to rock, baby. Bring in the big dog, the ‘Mac G’.”
🚨 Conor McGregor says his fight at the White House fight is SIGNED and a DONE DEAL 👀
“Done deal, signed, delivered. McGregor will compete in the White House for America’s 250th birthday.”
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Conor McGregor’s White House operation A few hours earlier, Conor McGregor answered questions at a BKFC 82 media roundtable.
The 37-year-old revealed how he’s approaching his comeback after more than four years out of action.
McGregor shared an update on his ‘operation’ to be ready for the most anticipated UFC show of all time.
“Eight months and change out to the White House event,” McGregor told Bloody Elbow and other reporters on Wednesday.
“It’s a six-month operation… You know, I consider it a six-month operation to get ready for this belt. And that’s my focus right now.
“I’m just eager to, you know, climb the steps into being ready for my return.
“There’s a lot at stake, and I’m very excited at the opportunity.”
