President-elect Donald Trump engaged in a 'lengthy conversation' with Joe Rogan, just moments after he walked into Madison Square Garden alongside Elon Musk and Dana White for UFC 309. MMA enthusiast Trump, who recently won the 2024 US presidential election campaign against vice-president Kamala Harris, has attended numerous events in the past.

Being compared to a prime Conor McGregor is a peak compliment, especially for a fighter with just two UFC appearances under his belt. This is the case for Brazil's Mauricio Ruffy, whose karate stance and slick counter striking endeared commentators Joe Rogan and Daniel Cormier during the UFC 309 main card.