LAS VEGAS, NV – Thursday, 48 hours before UFC 264, Dana White operates backstage in his dressing room-turned-office at the T-Mobile Arena.
With dinner plans on tap for later that evening with Celtics star Jayson Tatum, an update is shared with White about ESPN’s preparation for the 264 card. The UFC president gives a nod of approval when informed the network load tested at four times the previous Conor McGregor pay per view volumes to ensure smooth operations for Saturday night. McGregor is the centerpiece of the weekend, a bonafide star with genuine crossover appeal.
“McGregor is a massive superstar,” said White.