Boxer Joseph Parker Faces Potential Disqualification Following Failed Drugs Test
Joseph Parker tested positive in a doping test administered the same day of his 11th-round loss to UK boxer Fabio Wardley.
The Fight Along with Its Stakes
Fabio Wardley and the New Zealander were part of a pulsating contest in London on 25 October to determine the identity of the next in line for the WBO facing undisputed world heavyweight champion Ukrainian champion Usyk.
Parker was previously the leading contender to face Usyk following putting together a notable six wins in a row, yet put his shot at the title on the line in London and experienced an 11th-round defeat.
Adverse Finding Plus Potential Consequences
An ordinary examination given to Joseph Parker by Vada on the day of the bout returned positive which leaves Parker facing a challenge to prove his innocence.
The boxer's representatives issued an announcement declaring: "The agency informed everyone involved that Joseph Parker tested positive after an anti-doping test carried out on the fight day. While the matter is investigated, no additional comment are planned currently."
Professional History
Joseph Parker earned the title of titleholder in 2016 prior to he surrendered the WBO title through a points decision against British star Joshua at the Millennium Stadium 24 months later.
Parker became a frequent visitor across the United Kingdom after that, fighting eight times overall in Britain and relocating to the Irish capital for training camps alongside esteemed mentor Andy Lee over the past few years.
Current Situation
Guided by Lee, the boxer recovered from his defeat in 2022 against Joe Joyce to achieve a string of victories which put him at the front of the line to face the champion before he suffered defeat to Wardley.
Following Parker returned a failed test on the day of the Wardley fight, allegedly for cocaine, an investigation into the findings has commenced.
- The boxer returned an adverse finding for a banned substance.
- The screening took place via the anti-doping agency on October 25th.
- Parker is confronting disciplinary action from competition.
- Queensberry published a statement addressing the positive test.
- An investigation is currently in progress regarding the case.
