Boxer Joseph Parker Could Receive Potential Suspension After Failed Anti-Doping Test
The New Zealand heavyweight tested positive in a anti-doping examination carried out the same day of his 11th-round defeat to British heavyweight Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Match Along with Its Stakes
The British boxer along with Parker engaged in a thrilling encounter in London on 25 October to decide the identity of the WBO mandatory challenger to reigning heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk.
Joseph Parker had positioned himself as next in line to meet the champion following stringing together a notable six consecutive victories, however placed his contender position in jeopardy in London and endured an 11th-round defeat.
Failed Examination Plus Possible Outcomes
An ordinary examination given to Parker by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day he fought came back positive and now leaves Parker in a difficult position to clear his name.
The boxer's representatives released a statement stating: "Vada informed all required parties that Joseph Parker had a positive result following a doping test conducted on October 25th. During the ongoing inquiry, no more comments will be made currently."
Boxing Journey
The New Zealand boxer became heavyweight champion in 2016 prior to he surrendered his championship belt by unanimous decision against Anthony Joshua in Wales two years later.
Joseph Parker remained a regular competitor on British soil after that, having eight matches in total in Britain and moving to Dublin for preparation with highly regarded trainer Andy Lee in recent years.
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Coached by Andy Lee, Parker overcame the 2022 setback against Joe Joyce to secure a string of victories which put him at the front of the line to meet Oleksandr Usyk prior to he lost to Wardley.
Subsequent to Parker returned a positive test on the day of the Wardley fight, allegedly for cocaine, a probe regarding the results has commenced.
- Parker tested positive for a prohibited substance.
- The examination was conducted via the anti-doping agency on October 25th.
- Joseph Parker could receive a potential ban from the sport.
- Queensberry published an announcement acknowledging the adverse finding.
- A formal inquiry is currently ongoing about the situation.
