Poirier responds to McGregor return talk, UFC builds White House event

Dustin Poirier dismissed any interest in a potential Conor McGregor return fight, stating "This is not about me, I wish him all the worst." Dana White shared photos from the construction site of the UFC event venue at the White House. Islam Makhachev continues hinting at a July return to action. New sparring footage emerged showing Khamzat Chimaev and Brendan Allen, while Chimaev reportedly undergoes special recovery procedures every evening. Carlos Ulberg has begun knee rehabilitation work. Arman Tsarukyan revealed his next RAF fight will earn him at least a three percent stake in the company. Payton Talbott posted a Toy Story reference on Instagram tagging the UFC, apparently suggesting the promotion has cooled its interest in him.