Joseph Parker Faces Possible Suspension Due to Positive Anti-Doping Test
Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding during a anti-doping examination conducted on the day of his 11th-round loss against UK boxer Fabio Wardley.
The Bout Along with Its Implications
Fabio Wardley along with Joseph Parker were part of a thrilling bout in London in late October to decide the next next in line for the WBO against undisputed world heavyweight champion Ukrainian champion Usyk.
Joseph Parker was previously the primary candidate to face Oleksandr Usyk after putting together a remarkable six wins in a row, however risked his mandatory challenger status in jeopardy during the bout and endured a stoppage in round eleven.
Positive Test Plus Possible Outcomes
A routine test administered to Parker through the anti-doping organization on the day of the bout showed an adverse result which leaves the veteran boxer facing a challenge to prove his innocence.
The boxer's representatives published an announcement stating: "The agency notified all relevant parties that Joseph Parker returned an adverse finding subsequent to an anti-doping test administered on October 25th. As the investigation continues, no additional comment are forthcoming currently."
Boxing Journey
Joseph Parker became world champion six years ago until he was defeated for his WBO belt by unanimous decision against Anthony Joshua in Wales in 2018.
Joseph Parker remained an active participant across the United Kingdom from that point, fighting eight times overall in Britain and transferring to the Irish capital for training camps with highly regarded trainer former champion Lee in recent years.
Current Situation
Under the tutelage of Lee, Parker recovered from his 2022 loss against Joe Joyce to chalk up a string of victories which put him at the front of the line to challenge the champion prior to he was defeated against Wardley.
Following the boxer produced a failed test during the Wardley bout, reportedly for cocaine, a probe into the findings has commenced.
- Parker returned an adverse finding for a banned substance.
- The screening was administered through Vada on the fight day.
- Joseph Parker is confronting a potential ban from the sport.
- Queensberry released a comment acknowledging the adverse finding.
- A formal inquiry has been underway into the matter.
