Sean O’Malley urges UFC stars to be grateful to the promotion

Bantamweight champion Sean O'Malley addressed criticism of the UFC's planned White House card, emphasizing the promotion's role in fighters' careers and public stature. The UFC White House card lineup drew objections from Conor McGregor and Jon Jones, while Ronda Rousey cited Paramount+ in a stalled return and criticized fighter pay. O'Malley referenced those names and argued the UFC helped build them, questioning public disputes with the company. He also discussed heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall's friction with Dana White after a no-contest against Cyril Gane and a move to Eddie Hearn's management. O'Malley cautioned against making enemies within the promotion.