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Boxer Joseph Parker Could Receive Imminent Suspension Following Positive Doping Test
Joseph Parker tested positive as part of a anti-doping examination administered the very day he fought in 11th-round loss against UK boxer Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Bout Plus the Consequences
Wardley along with Joseph Parker were part of a thrilling contest staged in the UK capital on 25 October to decide the identity of the mandatory WBO contender to undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
Joseph Parker had been next in line to meet the champion following stringing together a remarkable six-fight winning streak, however put his shot at the title at stake in the UK and suffered an 11th-round stoppage.
Failed Examination Along with Implications
A standard screening administered to the boxer through the anti-doping organization the day he fought showed an adverse result and now leaves the 36-year-old with a battle to demonstrate his cleanliness.
Parker's promotional company published a statement which read: "The agency informed everyone involved regarding Joseph Parker tested positive after a doping test administered on the fight day. As the investigation continues, no further statements are planned at this time."
Career Background
Parker became world champion six years ago prior to he surrendered his WBO belt by unanimous decision versus British star Joshua in Cardiff in 2018.
Parker remained an active participant in the UK since then, competing in eight bouts altogether on UK territory and moving to Ireland for training camps under highly regarded trainer Andy Lee over the past few years.
Recent Developments
Guided by Lee, Parker recovered from his 2022 loss versus British heavyweight Joyce to secure multiple wins positioning him at the front of the line to meet Oleksandr Usyk before he suffered defeat to the British fighter.
Following Parker's sample showed an adverse finding on the day of the Wardley fight, allegedly for cocaine, a probe about the test outcome has commenced.
- The boxer failed a drug test for a prohibited substance.
- The screening was conducted by Vada on October 25th.
- Parker is confronting a potential ban from the sport.
- Queensberry published an announcement acknowledging the adverse finding.
- An investigation is currently ongoing regarding the case.
Debra Briggs
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