Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Possible Disqualification After Failed Doping Test
Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding as part of a doping test administered on the day of his 11th-round loss versus British heavyweight Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Fight Along with Its Stakes
The British boxer along with the New Zealander engaged in a thrilling contest held in London last October to decide the next next in line for the WBO against undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
Parker was previously the primary candidate to meet Oleksandr Usyk subsequent to putting together a notable six consecutive victories, yet put his shot at the title at stake in London and suffered an 11th-round defeat.
Positive Test and Possible Outcomes
An ordinary examination administered to the boxer by Vada the day of the match returned positive which leaves the veteran boxer in a difficult position to demonstrate his cleanliness.
The boxer's representatives published a communique declaring: "The anti-doping body informed everyone involved about Parker tested positive subsequent to an anti-doping test administered on October 25th. As the investigation continues, no further statements will be made for now."
Professional History
Joseph Parker became heavyweight champion back in 2016 until he lost his WBO belt by unanimous decision against Anthony Joshua at the Millennium Stadium 24 months later.
Joseph Parker has been a frequent visitor across the United Kingdom after that, fighting eight times overall in the UK and moving to the Irish capital for training camps with esteemed mentor Andy Lee over the past few years.
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Coached by Andy Lee, the boxer recovered from the 2022 setback versus Joe Joyce to achieve multiple wins that placed him front of the queue to face the champion until he suffered defeat against Wardley.
Subsequent to Parker's sample showed a failed test when he fought Wardley, allegedly for cocaine, an investigation regarding the results is underway.
- Joseph Parker tested positive for a banned substance.
- The screening was conducted through Vada on the fight day.
- The fighter now faces a potential ban from boxing.
- Queensberry published a comment addressing the failed examination.
- An investigation is now underway regarding the case.
