“Group of people who control trillions of dollars,” Dana White praises Abu Dhabi ROYALS for hospitality

UFC CEO, Dana White, details his experiences with the Abu Dhabi Royal family and their hospitality in hosting UFC events.


“Group of people who control trillions of dollars,” Dana White praises Abu Dhabi ROYALS for hospitality

Dana White discusses his interactions with the Abu Dhabi Royal family (via Fighters Only)

UFC CEO, Dana White, recently spoke candidly about numerous elements of his life and beliefs in an interview. He shed light on several themes beyond mixed martial arts. One important section of the chat focused on White’s admiration for the Abu Dhabi Royal family’s hospitality. The UFC has hosted multiple high-profile events in Abu Dhabi, the most recent being UFC 294. Other projects include an ongoing relationship with the emirate to build the “Fight Island.”

During the conversation with Vivek Ramaswamy, White thanked the Abu Dhabi Royal family for creating a hospitable and supportive atmosphere for UFC events. The UFC CEO praised the partnership that has helped make Abu Dhabi a popular venue for the promotion’s worldwide events. This is what he had to say when asked about the Royal family:

When you are talking about a group of people who control trillions of dollars and are this royal family in the Middle East and when you meet them, gracious, smart, humble, caring. Care about everybody… They are some of the best people I have ever met in my life.
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White’s friendly comments about the Abu Dhabi Royal family highlight the UFC’s close ties with the emirates. This relationship has increased the UFC’s worldwide visibility and also cemented Abu Dhabi’s status as a major sports event hub.

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Dana White‘s appreciation for the Abu Dhabi Royal family’s hospitality highlights the importance of solid connections. The interview offers a unique perspective on the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the UFC’s overseas operations. It also emphasizes the need for collaboration between sports organizations and hosting entities.

Fight fans react to Dana White’s statements about the Abu Dhabi Royal Family

Dana White’s recent interview in which he lauded the Abu Dhabi Royal family for their hospitality, elicited a flood of responses from fight fans. The UFC CEO’s remarks were part of a larger discussion. However, fight fans took advantage of the chance to express their views on this.

Fight fans react to Dana White's comments about the Abu Dhabi royal family
Fight fans react to Dana White’s comments about the Abu Dhabi royal family (via The National)

Many fans expressed appreciation for Abu Dhabi’s involvement in hosting high-profile UFC events. Others talked about White’s great demeanor during interviews. Some fight fans were quick to interject some humor into the situation. Here are some of the reactions from fight fans:

The UFC’s overseas endeavors, notably its partnership with Abu Dhabi, remain a hot topic among fans. White’s recognition of the Abu Dhabi Royal family sparked questions about the changing environment of MMA.

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