Jon 'Bones' Jones solidified his status as the undisputed UFC world heavyweight champion by defeating Stipe Miocic in a thrilling match on Saturday. The fight culminated with Jones landing a decisive spinning back kick to Miocic's ribs, securing a technical knockout victory.
Following his win, Jones paid homage to President-elect Donald Trump, who was in attendance at the event. Jones broke into Trump's signature dance moves in the ring, eliciting a positive response from the pro-Trump crowd. Trump, visibly pleased, offered a thumbs up in acknowledgment of Jones' gesture.
In his post-fight interview, Jones expressed gratitude towards President Trump for his presence at the fight, prompting an enthusiastic reaction from the audience. The atmosphere was further charged as Jones initiated a 'USA! USA!' chant, underscoring his pride in being an American champion.
Amidst the celebratory atmosphere, Jones approached Trump ringside and presented him with his UFC title belt. Trump reciprocated the gesture by extending an invitation to Jones to visit the White House once he assumes office as the 47th President of the United States.
While Jones hinted at the possibility of more fights in his future, his opponent Miocic announced his retirement from the sport, capping off a remarkable career as one of the premier heavyweight fighters in UFC history.
With an impressive record of 28-1 with one no contest, Jones is widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters of all time. Trump's presence at the event added to the excitement, drawing thunderous applause from fans and creating a memorable atmosphere at Madison Square Garden.
The UFC 309 card featured other notable matchups, including Charles Oliveira's victory over Michael Chandler in the co-main event. Chandler, a staunch supporter of Trump, engaged in a spirited battle with Oliveira before sharing a brief moment with the President post-match.
