Joseph Parker Confronts Imminent Suspension Following Failed Doping Test
Joseph Parker tested positive during a drugs test conducted on the day of his 11th-round loss versus UK boxer Fabio Wardley.
The Fight Plus the Implications
Fabio Wardley along with Joseph Parker were part of a thrilling encounter staged in the UK capital last October to decide the identity of the next in line for the WBO to unified heavyweight titleholder Oleksandr Usyk.
Parker was previously next in line to challenge Oleksandr Usyk following putting together a notable six-fight winning streak, but risked his contender position in jeopardy during the bout and experienced a stoppage in round eleven.
Positive Test Plus Possible Outcomes
An ordinary examination conducted on Parker by the anti-doping organization the day he fought came back positive and now leaves the 36-year-old facing a challenge to clear his name.
Parker's promotional company issued an announcement which read: "The anti-doping body informed all required parties that Joseph Parker had a positive result after a doping test administered on the 25th October. While the matter is investigated, no more comments will be made for now."
Professional History
The New Zealand boxer became heavyweight champion back in 2016 until he lost the WBO title through a points decision to British star Joshua at the Millennium Stadium two years later.
Parker became a frequent visitor on British soil after that, competing in eight bouts overall on UK territory and moving to Dublin for training camps with esteemed mentor Andy Lee over the past few years.
Recent Developments
Guided by Lee, Joseph Parker bounced back from his defeat in 2022 against British heavyweight Joyce to achieve a string of victories which put him front of the queue to challenge the champion prior to he suffered defeat against Wardley.
Following the boxer produced a positive test when he fought Wardley, allegedly for cocaine, a probe regarding the results has been started.
- The boxer failed a drug test for an illegal substance.
- The test was conducted through Vada on October 25th.
- Joseph Parker is confronting a possible suspension from boxing.
- Queensberry published a comment acknowledging the adverse finding.
- An investigation has been underway into the matter.
