Islam Makhachev questions Ilia Topuria celebrating night before UFC White House loss

Islam Makhachev has questioned Ilia Topuria's preparation ahead of the UFC White House event, suggesting Topuria may have been celebrating the night before his fight. Topuria went on to lose to Justin Gaethje at the UFC White House event, held on June 14, 2026, at the South Lawn of the White House as part of President Trump's 80th birthday celebrations. Makhachev expressed surprise at the result, implying Topuria's partying could have been a contributing factor in the defeat.