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Does the triggered ability happen before battle cards are flipped?

Yes. You’ll get to plan and set up your flip. The ability happens just after Optimus Maximus is chosen as the attacker or as the defender.
Source: Wizards of the Coast (2019-03-01)    【Link to Ruling】
Tags: Optimus Maximus, Ultimate Defender