UFC’s long-planned Freedom 250 event finally arrived at the White House on Sunday night despite weather concerns and political controversy.

After many twists and turns, UFC is grappling its Freedom 250 event on the South Lawn of the White House into reality.

President Donald Trump is a close friend of UFC boss Dana White, who is putting on fights to celebrate 250 years of the United States

UFC Freedom 250, one of the most unique sports events in modern history, is set to take place Sunday, coinciding with Trump’s 80th birthday.

UFC is no stranger to hyperbole and strange occurrences. Friday’s press conference to tout its Freedom 250 event featured plenty of both.