Topuria and Makhachev exchange accusations over UFC White House fight fallout

Ilia Topuria claimed he was informed hours before the White House event announcement that he would fight Islam Makhachev, only to be told shortly before the reveal that Makhachev was injured and he would face Justin Gaethje instead. Topuria expressed confusion about why Makhachev does not want to fight him. Makhachev responded by saying he is tired of Topuria's fabrications, stating that he agreed to the White House bout when offered, but was told the next day that Topuria demanded a huge purse and was turned down. Makhachev accused Topuria of refusing the fight and lying about it, noting that even Topuria's manager confirmed this version of events.