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undercard

American

[uhn-der-kahrd] / ˈʌn dərˌkɑrd /

noun

an event or group of events preceding and supporting a featured event.

the undercard of tonight's boxing match.

Etymology

Origin of undercard

First recorded in 1945–50

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undercard

A six-fight undercard, including a heavyweight interim title bout between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane, will precede the main event.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 11, 2026

Details of the undercard have not been confirmed, but Hearn said "every Irish fighter, current and retired" have asked to be on the card.

From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026

Some of the most impressive performances at UFC London came on the undercard.

From BBC ● Mar. 22, 2026

"Last time I fought in London, Conor Benn was on my undercard, so this is a full-circle moment for me," said American former light-welterweight world champion Prograis.

From BBC ● Feb. 26, 2026

By the time he heard the rhythmic, rising chant of Joe Hernandez’s voice as he called the undercard races, Smith had begun contemplating scratching the horse once again.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

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