UFC heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit repeatedly interrupted his fellow athletes during the UFC Freedom 250 pre-fight press conference on Friday, June 12, 2026, at the White House.
The undefeated heavyweight contender used his microphone immediately upon taking his seat to address the media and his upcoming opponent, Derrick Lewis.
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"Is this thing on?" said Hokit.
"The Incredible Hok says he’s going to put Derrick to sleep, like Sleepy Joe, but I like Derrick Lewis.
I just want to apologize for ruining the press conference last time."
Hokit continued to interrupt when reporters directed questions toward lightweight champion Ilia Topuria, invoking his alternate performance personalities.
"I’m sorry, the Incredible Hok says Pereira chews up Topuria’s food and bird feeds it in his mouth," said Hokit.
Topuria, visibly annoyed by the continuous disruptions, demanded that officials intervene.
"Can someone just shut this guy up?" shouted Topuria.
"Just shut up. Thanks very much but shut up.
Just shut up."
Hokit then directed personal insults at Topuria during a subsequent exchange between the lightweight champion and Justin Gaethje.
"I think Topuria’s so mad because he’s so short he can’t see himself in the bathroom mirror," said Hokit.
"He married a stripper from Miami. I’m sorry."
Topuria made a final request to the production staff before UFC CEO Dana White concluded the media session.
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"Turn his mic off!" said Topuria.
