Joseph Parker Faces Imminent Disqualification After Positive Drugs Test
Former world champion Parker produced a positive sample during a doping test carried out on the day he fought in 11th-round stoppage against British heavyweight Ipswich-born Wardley.
The Match Plus the Consequences
The British boxer along with the New Zealander were part of a pulsating encounter staged in the UK capital last October to determine the next next in line for the WBO against undisputed world heavyweight champion Ukrainian champion Usyk.
The fighter was previously the primary candidate to challenge Usyk subsequent to compiling an impressive six-fight winning streak, yet placed his shot at the title on the line during the bout and suffered an 11th-round stoppage.
Failed Examination and Possible Outcomes
A standard screening conducted on Joseph Parker through the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency the day of the match returned positive and leaves Parker with a battle to demonstrate his cleanliness.
The boxer's representatives issued a statement declaring: "Vada alerted all required parties about Parker tested positive following a drug screening conducted on October 25th. During the ongoing inquiry, no further statements are forthcoming currently."
Boxing Journey
Parker was crowned titleholder back in 2016 prior to he surrendered his championship belt through a points decision versus Anthony Joshua in Cardiff 24 months later.
Parker has been a regular competitor in the UK since then, competing in eight bouts altogether on UK territory and relocating to Ireland for preparation under esteemed mentor former champion Lee over the past few years.
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Coached by Andy Lee, Parker overcame the 2022 setback to Joe Joyce to chalk up a string of victories that placed him front of the queue to face Oleksandr Usyk until he lost to Wardley.
Subsequent to the boxer produced a failed test when he fought Wardley, reportedly for cocaine, a probe into the findings has commenced.
- Joseph Parker failed a drug test for a prohibited substance.
- The test was conducted via the anti-doping agency the day of the bout.
- The fighter could receive a potential ban from boxing.
- Queensberry published a statement addressing the adverse finding.
- A formal inquiry is now in progress regarding the case.