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Which country hosted the first UFC event outside the United States?

  • Brazil

  • Canada

  • United Kingdom

  • Japan

Answer

The first UFC event held outside the United States took place in Brazil in 1998. UFC 17.5, also known as UFC Brazil, was held in São Paulo and marked the beginning of the promotion's international expansion. Since then, the UFC has held events in numerous countries around the world.
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