Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Imminent Suspension After Failed Doping Test
The New Zealand heavyweight produced a positive sample as part of a doping test conducted the same day he faced 11th-round stoppage against UK boxer Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Bout Along with Its Consequences
Wardley together with Parker engaged in a pulsating bout staged in the UK capital last October to establish the identity of the mandatory WBO contender to undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
Joseph Parker had been the leading contender to face Usyk following stringing together an impressive six wins in a row, yet placed his shot at the title in jeopardy in London and suffered a stoppage in round eleven.
Failed Examination Along with Possible Outcomes
A routine test conducted on Joseph Parker via Vada the day of the match showed an adverse result and now leaves Parker in a difficult position to demonstrate his cleanliness.
His promotion team issued a statement declaring: "Vada informed everyone involved regarding Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding subsequent to an anti-doping test conducted on the 25th October. During the ongoing inquiry, no further statements will be made at this time."
Career Background
Parker became heavyweight champion six years ago until he was defeated for his championship belt by unanimous decision versus British star Joshua in Wales in 2018.
Parker remained a regular competitor in the UK since then, fighting eight times altogether in the UK and transferring to the Irish capital for training camps with respected coach Andy Lee during this period.
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Coached by Andy Lee, Parker bounced back from the 2022 setback to British heavyweight Joyce to achieve multiple wins which put him as the top contender to challenge Oleksandr Usyk prior to he lost against Wardley.
Subsequent to Parker returned a failed test on the day of the Wardley fight, allegedly for cocaine, an inquiry about the test outcome has commenced.
- Parker returned an adverse finding for a prohibited substance.
- The screening was administered via the anti-doping agency the day of the bout.
- Joseph Parker could receive a potential ban from competition.
- His representatives has issued a comment addressing the positive test.
- An investigation has been in progress into the matter.
