UFC loudmouth threatens to get involved in the feud after Topuria and Gaethje exchange barbs.

Hokit promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

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Ilia Topuria e Justin gaethje The rivalry intensified on the eve of... UFC White HouseThe event is scheduled for June 14th. The two fighters, slated to headline the main event, will compete for the lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg), and tensions are rising outside the octagon. The atmosphere became even more tense after the American's father... to minimize the Spaniard's achievements, which generated a immediate response and broadened the discussion on social media.

The war of words on social media has now reached Josh Hokit, who has a long-standing feud with... Ilia Topuria and indicated that he may intervene directly in the situation if Gaethje does not respond to the Spaniard in kind.

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"Gaethje needs a better response NOW, or I'm going to have to really intervene," wrote Josh Hokit.

Gaethje better rebuttal RIGHT NOW Or I'm gonna have to really step in… https://t.co/hI0R1HgOgq

— The Incredible Hok (@Josh_HokitUFC) June 2, 2026

Watch the chaos between Alex Poatan, Josh Hokit, and Ilia Topuria at the UFC White House press conference.

Brazil thanks you. Ilia Topuria through friendship with Alex Poatán

I've already forgiven him for deleting Charlinho last year!#UFCWhiteHousepic.twitter.com/p2VNjNTVoa

— Diego Lucio (@diego_lucio) May 8, 2026

See photos of how UFC White House will work.

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UFC Fan Fest set up on the White House lawn. Photo: Reproduction / Twitter @ufc

UFC White House

O UFC White House, also called UFC Freedom 250The concert will take place on June 14th at the official residence of the US president in Washington DC. Unlike usual, the show will be held on a Sunday, Donald Trump's birthday.

In the main fight UFC White House, the Spanish Ilia Topuria He defends his lightweight title (up to 70,3 kg) against the interim title holder, the American. Justin gaethje.

Alex Poatan in the spotlight

Alex Poatán will be highlighted in UFC White HousePhoto: Reproduction/Facebook/UFC

Brazil will be represented at UFC White HouseIn the co-main fight of the attraction, Alex Poatán He attempts an unprecedented feat. Former middleweight (up to 83,9 kg) and light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) champion, Poatan seeks the interim heavyweight (up to 120 kg) title against the Frenchman. Cyryl Gane.

In addition to Poatan, Mauricio Ruffy e Diego lopes These are the other Brazilian athletes on the card. They face Michael chandler e Steve Garciarespectively.

UFC White House fight schedule

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Ilia Topuria x Justin gaethje – Fight for the belt

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg.): Alex Poatán x Cyryl Gane – Fight for the interim belt

Bantamweight (up to 61,2 kg): Sean O'Malley x Aiemann Zahabi

Heavy weight (up to 120 kg): Josh Hokit x Derrick Lewis

Lightweight (up to 70,3 kg.): Michael chandler x Mauricio Ruffy

Average weight (up to 83,9 kg.): Kyle Daukaus x BoNickal

Feather weight (up to 65,7 kg.): Steve Garcia x Diego lopes