UFC fans have mixed feelings on Trump ahead of his appearance at the match
UFC fans in Newark, New Jersey, were in for a treat as they eagerly awaited the matchup between Merab Dvalishvili and Sean O’Malley. However, the excitement reached a whole new level when President Donald Trump made a surprise appearance at the event. While there was no official announcement about his attendance, fans were buzzing with anticipation at the prospect of seeing the president in person.
Fox News Digital caught up with some fans before the event to get their thoughts on President Trump’s performance during the first six months of his second term. The responses were mixed, with some praising the president for doing an “amazing job” and others expressing skepticism or disappointment.
As the crowd waited for the fight to begin, the question of whether they would rather see the matchup between Dvalishvili and O’Malley or a hypothetical fight between Trump and Elon Musk was raised. While some fans were more interested in the UFC bout, others found the idea of watching two billionaires duking it out amusing.
When asked who would be more fit to take a punch to the face, Trump or Musk, opinions were divided. Some believed Trump’s “big a– chin” would make him more resilient, while others pointed out Musk’s youth as a potential advantage in the ring.
In the end, as Trump made his grand entrance into the Prudential Center alongside UFC CEO Dana White, the crowd erupted in cheers to welcome the president. White, a longtime ally of Trump, had previously spoken at the 2024 Republican National Convention, further solidifying their connection.
The atmosphere at UFC 316 was electric, with fans thrilled to witness both the exciting fight and the unexpected appearance of the president. As the event unfolded, it was clear that the intersection of sports and politics had created a memorable evening for all in attendance.
Rachel Wolf, a breaking news writer for Fox News Digital and FOX Business, covered the event and captured the excitement of the fans as they experienced a night to remember.
