UFC president would be delighted if Putin attended his show

Ultimate Fighting Championship’s (UFC) President Dana White sees nothing wrong with Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin attending his promotion's shows.

Source: White at a press conference after UFC 302, in the main event of which Russian competitor of Dagestani origin Islam Makhachev defeated his American opponent Dustin Poirier.

Quote: "You know, we are delighted and honoured when any country attends our fights. I'm sure the Russian president [leader – ed.] would be more than happy to come." 

Details: Former US President Donald Trump did attend UFC 302.

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