Boxer Joseph Parker Could Receive Possible Disqualification After Failed Doping Test
Former world champion Parker returned an adverse finding in a anti-doping examination carried out on the day he fought in 11th-round defeat versus English fighter Fabio Wardley.
The Match Along with Its Consequences
Wardley along with Parker were part of a pulsating contest in London on 25 October to decide the next next in line for the WBO facing reigning heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk.
Parker was previously the primary candidate to meet Usyk following stringing together a notable six-fight winning streak, however put his contender position at stake in London and suffered a stoppage in round eleven.
Failed Examination Along with Potential Consequences
An ordinary examination conducted on Joseph Parker through the anti-doping organization on the day of the bout showed an adverse result which leaves Parker facing a challenge to clear his name.
Parker's promotional company published an announcement which read: "The anti-doping body informed everyone involved about Parker had a positive result following a drug screening administered on October 25th. During the ongoing inquiry, no additional comment will be made currently."
Professional History
The New Zealand boxer became heavyweight champion six years ago before he surrendered his WBO belt via unanimous decision to Anthony Joshua in Wales two years later.
Joseph Parker became a regular competitor on British soil from that point, competing in eight bouts altogether in Britain and transferring to the Irish capital for training camps with respected coach Andy Lee over the past few years.
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Guided by Lee, Parker recovered from his 2022 loss versus Joe Joyce to secure a string of victories positioning him at the front of the line to face Oleksandr Usyk prior to he was defeated to Wardley.
After Parker returned a positive test during the Wardley bout, reportedly involving cocaine, an investigation regarding the results is underway.
- Joseph Parker tested positive for a banned substance.
- The screening took place through Vada on the fight day.
- Joseph Parker now faces disciplinary action from boxing.
- His representatives released an announcement confirming the adverse finding.
- An investigation is now underway about the situation.
