Donald Trump’s Promise to Dana White and Colby Covington for UFC 296 Revealed by Former Interim Champ- “We Will Make Our…”

UFC 296 is on the way, and fans and fighters alike are excited to witness the last premium event of the UFC just before Christmas. The highlight of the event is one of the most awaited matches in the welterweight division: the clash between Colby Covington and Leon Edwards. But it’s the return of the Donald to the UFC that is making all the headlines.

As the event is intended to be the last installment of the year, Dana White has plans to make it as grand as possible.  This doesn’t just include title bouts but the presence of the 45th President of the United States, Donald Trump.

Donald Trump in UFC 296?

Dana White and Donald Trump share a notably amicable relationship. White has consistently lent his support to Trump on numerous occasions, ͏and in turn, the former US president has expressed ͏his respect for their friendship. It comes as no surprise that Trump is an ͏avid supporter of the UFC, having offered them his hotels to host their earlier events before the UFC became the global phenomenon it has now become.

In his most recent interview, Trump has promised to be there at UFC 296. While having a casual conversation with Colby Covington Trump said “At Trump International, it’s an honor to have him. It gonna be a great fight and I will be there. I will be there with Dana White and we will make our walk but I think you’re gonna do great, champ. he’s a much better fighter than a golfer.”

With Trump’s confirmation, the grand stage for the upcoming UFC event has been set. it must be noted that the former US president had also interacted with Covington in the past as well when Covington surprised Trump with a mugshot picture.

Colby Covington surprises Donald Trump

Covington approached Donald Trump with palpable enthusiasm, be͏aring a surpris͏e that promised to delight the former president. The gift, a white blazer adorned with Trump’s iconic͏ mugshot on the back, elicited a pleased reaction from the ex-preside͏nt. Trump showered praise on ‘Chaos,’ expressing his admiration for the ͏thoughtful gesture.

“I just want to say. Whatever you’re watching Colby, it’s been an incredible career. So it’ll be a great night and I look forward to it, traveling out there. We’re gonna root you on, you’re gonna be fantastic.” Said Trump

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Trump was genuinely captivated as he autographed it with his marker. The ex-president couldn’t have been more delighted to accept the present. Whether his good wishes will contribute to Covington’s success against Edwards remains uncertain. There’s a distinct possibility that Trump might even make an appearance ringside to lend his support to the fighter.

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