New Zealand's Joseph Parker Could Receive Potential Disqualification Due to Failed Doping Test
The New Zealand heavyweight tested positive during a anti-doping examination administered the same day he faced 11th-round defeat to British heavyweight Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Bout and Its Consequences
The British boxer together with Joseph Parker engaged in a thrilling contest in London last October to decide who would become next in line for the WBO to undisputed world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.
Joseph Parker was previously next in line to challenge Oleksandr Usyk subsequent to putting together a remarkable six consecutive victories, however risked his shot at the title on the line in the UK and suffered a stoppage in round eleven.
Positive Test and Possible Outcomes
An ordinary examination given to Joseph Parker through the anti-doping organization on the day of the bout showed an adverse result which leaves the veteran boxer with a battle to clear his name.
Parker's promotional company released a statement stating: "Vada alerted all required parties regarding Joseph Parker tested positive after an anti-doping test carried out on the 25th October. During the ongoing inquiry, no additional comment are forthcoming for now."
Professional History
The New Zealand boxer earned the title of world champion back in 2016 prior to he lost the WBO title via unanimous decision against British star Joshua in Cardiff 24 months later.
The fighter remained a regular competitor across the United Kingdom since then, having eight matches in total on UK territory and transferring to Ireland for training camps with highly regarded trainer Andy Lee in recent years.
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Coached by Andy Lee, Parker bounced back from his defeat in 2022 versus Joe Joyce to chalk up a string of victories that placed him at the front of the line to challenge Oleksandr Usyk prior to he suffered defeat to the British fighter.
Subsequent to Parker's sample showed a failed test during the Wardley bout, reportedly involving cocaine, a probe regarding the results has commenced.
- Parker failed a drug test for a prohibited substance.
- The examination took place via the anti-doping agency on October 25th.
- Joseph Parker is confronting disciplinary action from boxing.
- His representatives released a statement acknowledging the positive test.
- A formal inquiry is now underway about the situation.
