UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has opened up about the tension surrounding the Tom Aspinall situation, revealing that he wants to personally apologize to UFC President Dana White.

In a recent interview, Jones admitted that his handling of the matter wasn’t ideal and that he feels remorseful about how things unfolded. “I’m giving Dana his space. We had a verbal agreement that didn’t go over well. Nothing was finalized,” Jones said. “The way things went down, I was wrong. I wish that I could see him face to face and apologize to him.”

The situation stems from growing speculation and confusion over Jones’ next fight, with fans expecting him to face interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. However, the matchup never materialized, leading to frustration among fans and within the UFC.

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Jones, who has battled injuries since his last octagon appearance, has been under scrutiny for his future plans and commitment to defending his title. His public admission marks a rare moment of accountability, showing a willingness to mend fences with White.

As both men are key figures in shaping the UFC’s heavyweight landscape, fans will now be watching closely to see if reconciliation leads to progress on Jones’ long-awaited return — and whether a fight with Aspinall might still be on the horizon.

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