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Stipe Miocic returns to the octagon after almost 4 years away to fight the legendary John Jones … in front of a packed crowd at Madison Square Garden that may include the president-elect Donald Trump!
With the UFC heavyweight title under his belt … we asked the 42-year-old Miocic if he’s ruled out playing 45 (and soon 47). Dana White overnight, and wrapping the belt around his waist if he defeats Bones.
“I don’t mind,” Stipe replied, saying, “It would be nice for the president to do that.
Miocic then looked at someone in the room with him and asked. “(Trump) will be there, right? … which they confirmed.
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It matches what? Michael Chandlerwho also fights on the card Charles Oliveira at the co-key event on Thursday told us … saying DJT told him if he wins, he would appear at UFC 309 the presidential elections.
Of course, President Trump won in a landslide victorytaking not only the electoral college (which decides the winner) but also the popular vote.
FYI, Miocic is a blue-collar guy from Ohio (totally red state), but he’s not overly political.
Stipe has, however, made occasional comments about Trump in the past … including when DJT was almost was killed in an assassination attempt July 13 in Butler, Pa.
If Trump performs in the world’s most famous arena, that is It won’t be the first time he showed up this year to support his close friend Danan’s business.
Watch an interview with Miocic where the future Hall of Famer breaks down the UFC 309 main event, including the magnitude of the fight, which he says will be the biggest of his career.
