Joseph Parker Confronts Possible Disqualification Following Failed Doping Test
Joseph Parker produced a positive sample in a drugs test conducted the very day he fought in 11th-round loss versus UK boxer Fabio Wardley.
The Bout and Its Consequences
Wardley along with Parker engaged in a thrilling bout in London on 25 October to establish who would become next in line for the WBO against reigning heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk.
The fighter had been next in line to challenge Oleksandr Usyk subsequent to compiling a notable six wins in a row, but put his contender position at stake during the bout and endured a stoppage in round eleven.
Failed Examination Along with Potential Consequences
A standard screening given to Parker by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day of the match returned positive and now leaves the 36-year-old facing a challenge to demonstrate his cleanliness.
His promotion team published an announcement declaring: "The anti-doping body notified all required parties about Parker returned an adverse finding following an anti-doping test carried out on the fight day. As the investigation continues, no more comments will be made for now."
Professional History
Joseph Parker was crowned titleholder in 2016 prior to he was defeated for the WBO title via unanimous decision to Anthony Joshua in Cardiff in 2018.
The fighter became a regular competitor across the United Kingdom after that, competing in eight bouts in total in Britain and relocating to Ireland for preparation alongside esteemed mentor former champion Lee over the past few years.
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Guided by Lee, the boxer recovered from the 2022 setback to British heavyweight Joyce to chalk up several successes positioning him front of the queue to challenge the champion until he suffered defeat to the British fighter.
After Parker returned a failed test during the Wardley bout, reportedly involving cocaine, a probe regarding the results has commenced.
- Parker failed a drug test for an illegal substance.
- The test was conducted through Vada the day of the bout.
- Parker is confronting a potential ban from boxing.
- His promotional team has issued an announcement addressing the positive test.
- A review has been ongoing into the matter.
