Alex Pereira asked for a third championship belt to pose with during the UFC White House media day photo session. The light heavyweight and heavyweight champion is set to compete at the upcoming event.
Alex Pereira brought his signature flair to the UFC White House media day on June 10, requesting a third championship belt to hold during the promotional photo session ahead of the June 14 event.
The Brazilian knockout artist currently holds titles in both the light heavyweight and heavyweight divisions, making him one of the rare simultaneous two-division champions in UFC history. Pereira, nicknamed "Poatan," carries a professional record of 13-4 and is 38 years old. Standing six-foot-four with a 79-inch reach, he has built his reputation as one of the sport's most dangerous strikers, landing 5.16 significant strikes per minute at a remarkable 62 percent accuracy.
The request for a third belt during the photo session underscores the kind of bold, confident persona Pereira has embraced throughout his title reign. Whether the gesture was playful or pointed, it drew attention ahead of his scheduled appearance at UFC White House, where the Brazilian will look to add to an already historic run atop the UFC rankings.
Why it matters
- Pereira simultaneously holds the light heavyweight and heavyweight titles, a distinction very few fighters have achieved in the organization
- His media day antics keep him at the center of the promotional spotlight heading into UFC White House on June 14
- At 38, Pereira continues to compete at the highest level across two weight classes, making his next performance another closely watched moment in his championship run
Sunday, June 14, 2026
