# The Real Story Behind the UFC's White House Event + Gaethje's Path to Beating Topuria

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Podcast: [You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen](https://stenobird.com/podcast/you-re-welcome-with-chael-sonnen-745407)
Published: 2026-06-09T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Chael explains why the biggest WH Card story might not be the one everyone's expecting. Why Josh Hokit could become one of the week's biggest headlines. And breaks down why Justin Gaethje may have a much better chance against Ilia Topuria than many believe.

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