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New Zealand's Joseph Parker Could Receive Imminent Ban After Positive Doping Test
Joseph Parker produced a positive sample as part of a drugs test conducted the very day he faced 11th-round stoppage to English fighter Fabio Wardley.
The Bout Along with Its Stakes
Fabio Wardley together with the New Zealander participated in a thrilling bout held in London in late October to determine the next next in line for the WBO against unified heavyweight titleholder Oleksandr Usyk.
The fighter was previously next in line to meet the champion following compiling an impressive six consecutive victories, yet put his mandatory challenger status in jeopardy in London and suffered a stoppage in round eleven.
Positive Test and Possible Outcomes
An ordinary examination administered to the boxer through the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day of the match returned positive and leaves the veteran boxer in a difficult position to clear his name.
Parker's promotional company released a communique which read: "The anti-doping body alerted all required parties regarding Joseph Parker tested positive after a doping test carried out on the fight day. As the investigation continues, no further statements are planned at this time."
Career Background
Joseph Parker became world champion six years ago before he surrendered his WBO belt via unanimous decision versus British star Joshua in Cardiff 24 months later.
The fighter remained a regular competitor across the United Kingdom after that, having eight matches altogether in Britain and moving to Ireland for preparation alongside esteemed mentor former champion Lee in recent years.
Current Situation
Guided by Lee, Parker recovered from his 2022 loss versus British heavyweight Joyce to secure a string of victories that placed him front of the queue to challenge Oleksandr Usyk before he was defeated to Wardley.
Following Parker returned an adverse finding during the Wardley bout, reportedly for cocaine, a probe into the findings has been started.
- The boxer tested positive for an illegal substance.
- The test was administered through Vada on October 25th.
- The fighter is confronting disciplinary action from competition.
- His representatives released a statement confirming the positive test.
- A formal inquiry has been underway about the situation.
Evan Burton
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