Dana White clarifies his relationship with Tom Aspinall after his vacated the UFC heavyweight title. "I don't dislike T Via @MMAJunkie on X

What happened: Dana White said he does not dislike Tom Aspinall after Aspinall vacated the UFC heavyweight title. White added that anyone who wants Eddie Hearn as a manager can "fire away," making Hearn part of the response.

Why it matters: The remarks answer questions about whether the heavyweight vacancy had turned into a personal rift between the UFC boss and its former champion. They also keep attention on Aspinall's vacancy as the division waits for the UFC's next title move.

What to watch: Watch for the UFC's next heavyweight booking and for any formal update on Aspinall's management plans.

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