Pereira completes heavyweight transformation in history bid (opens original article in a new tab)

Alex Pereira is competing in his heavyweight debut aiming to become the first UFC fighter to win titles in three divisions. The event will be the first professional live sports event at the White House.

• Alex Pereira has transitioned to heavyweight to aim for a third UFC title, making him the first to win titles in three divisions.
• Pereira weighed 251lb for his heavyweight debut against Ciryl Gane, who weighed 248lb.
• The event, UFC Freedom 250, will be the first professional live sporting event at the White House, coinciding with Trump's 80th birthday.