Dana White comments on Topuria-Hooker altercation: 'They're sitting right next to each other'

UFC President Dana White addressed the altercation between Ilia Topuria and Josh Hooker that occurred at a recent event. White noted that both Topuria and Alex Pereira are typically calm individuals, though Topuria can sometimes become heated. He expressed surprise at the incident, noting the fighters were seated close together in the same row. White mentioned that Sean O'Malley began moving backward during the confrontation, adding a humorous element to his recounting of the situation. The UFC president's comments suggest the promotion did not anticipate tensions flaring between the fighters at the event.