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Building a UFC Event: Security, "The Claw," and 4,300 Guest Bathrooms

Explore the intricate planning behind a UFC event, from security measures and "the claw" to accommodating 4,300 guests with adequate bathroom facilities, all without digging up the South Lawn.

ESPN·Jun 9, 2026·via ESPN

Building a UFC Event: Security, "The Claw," and 4,300 Guest Bathrooms

Michael Rothstein Jun 9, 2026, 07:00 AM ET Close Michael Rothstein, based in Atlanta, is a reporter on ESPN's investigative and enterprise team. You can follow him via Twitter @MikeRothstein. Follow on X

_Originally reported by [ESPN](https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/49002319/freedom-250-white-house-trump-dana-white)._

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