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“A beautiful guy” - Donald Trump surprises Paulo Costa with unexpected compliment after fight

  • On Sunday, April 12, President Donald Trump attended UFC 327 in Miami, where he complimented light heavyweight fighter Paulo Costa, telling the 34-year-old, "You're a beautiful guy."
  • Costa defeated Azamat Murzakanov by TKO in the third round on Saturday, April 11, improving his record to 15-3 and marking his second win at light heavyweight.
  • President Trump attended alongside Secretary of State Marco Rubio and United States Ambassador to India Sergio Gor, maintaining his close relationship with Dana White and frequent UFC attendance.
  • Video of the interaction went viral on social media, prompting varied reactions as the Brazilian fighter responded, "Thank you for doing what you're doing."
  • Scheduled for June 14, the "UFC Freedom 250" event at the White House will feature Ilia Topuria versus Justin Gaethje, coinciding with President Trump's 80th birthday.
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Paul Borrachinha called Azamat Murzakanov on UFC 327 and received praise from Donald Trump, who elevated Brazilian physics on the coast of the Ottogon in Miami.

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L'Informateur. broke the news on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
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