UFC president Dana White provided new details about Conor McGregor’s potential appearance at next summer’s UFC White House event.
McGregor’s uncertain future in MMA
Conor McGregor remains one of mixed martial arts’ most iconic figures. In recent years, his career has faced setbacks, leaving fans unsure if he will compete again in the UFC. Despite the uncertainty, McGregor has expressed interest in participating in the UFC White House event in summer 2026. His involvement will depend entirely on whether he follows through on that interest.
Dana White keeps door open
Dana White recently confirmed he would consider booking McGregor for the card. He said, “Yeah, we’ll see how this thing plays out. I’ll start making this card in February. If it all works out, Conor can be on the card.”
When interviewer Jim Rome questioned whether McGregor could meet expectations, White responded, “This is the fight business. This isn’t tennis! This is the fight business.”
McGregor’s draw and the event’s potential
White knows the attention McGregor brings can boost any UFC event. If everything aligns, the UFC White House could rival or even surpass UFC 300. Fans are watching closely, waiting for confirmation of McGregor’s next fight and the possible blockbuster lineup of summer 2026.