Boxer Joseph Parker Could Receive Imminent Suspension Following Failed Anti-Doping Test
Former world champion Parker returned an adverse finding in a anti-doping examination carried out on the day he faced 11th-round loss against UK boxer Fabio Wardley.
The Fight Plus the Consequences
Fabio Wardley along with the New Zealander participated in a thrilling encounter staged in the UK capital in late October to decide the identity of the next in line for the WBO to undisputed world heavyweight champion Ukrainian champion Usyk.
Joseph Parker had been next in line to meet Oleksandr Usyk following compiling a remarkable six-fight winning streak, yet put his contender position at stake in the UK and suffered an 11th-round stoppage.
Positive Test Along with Potential Consequences
An ordinary examination conducted on Joseph Parker through the anti-doping organization the day he fought showed an adverse result and now leaves the 36-year-old facing a challenge to clear his name.
Parker's promotional company published an announcement declaring: "The anti-doping body informed all required parties about Parker had a positive result after an anti-doping test conducted on October 25th. During the ongoing inquiry, no more comments are planned for now."
Boxing Journey
Joseph Parker became heavyweight champion in 2016 until he lost his WBO belt by unanimous decision to Anthony Joshua at the Millennium Stadium 24 months later.
The fighter has been a regular competitor across the United Kingdom since then, having eight matches in total in Britain and moving to the Irish capital for fight camps with highly regarded trainer Andy Lee in recent years.
Recent Developments
Guided by Lee, Joseph Parker bounced back from his 2022 loss against British heavyweight Joyce to secure a string of victories positioning him at the front of the line to face Usyk before he was defeated against Wardley.
After Parker returned a positive test during the Wardley bout, reportedly involving cocaine, a probe regarding the results has been started.
- The boxer failed a drug test for an illegal substance.
- The test was administered by Vada on the fight day.
- The fighter is confronting a potential ban from competition.
- His representatives has issued an announcement addressing the positive test.
- A formal inquiry is currently in progress regarding the case.
