Sun. Mar 22nd, 2026

Jon Jones’ Pay Dispute Prevents UFC White House Appearance

UFC legend Jon Jones failed to reach an agreement with the promotion’s management regarding his participation in one of the year’s main events — the June tournament originally slated to take place near the White House in Washington, D.C., USA.

Commenting on the situation, Jones stated, “I believe our fight was worth much more.”

As a consequence of the unresolved negotiations, the relationship between the celebrated fighter and the promotion has significantly deteriorated.

By Jack Thornley

Jack Thornley is a passionate MMA journalist based in Bristol. With over a decade covering everything from local amateur bouts to international UFC events, Jack brings an insider's perspective to his articles. His candid interviews with fighters reveal the human stories behind the combat.

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