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Joseph Parker Cleared to Fight Again After Failed Dope Test

From Ghanaian Times · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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News From a news agency Outcome reported
  • Former heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker has been cleared to fight again after a provisional suspension for a failed dope test in October.
  • Parker failed a voluntary test on the day he lost to Fabio Wardley, with British media reporting traces of cocaine.
  • He expressed pleasure at the suspension being lifted and thanked his supporters, with the British Boxing Board of Control confirming the suspension's end.

Former heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker has been cleared to resume his boxing career after a provisional suspension for a failed drug test. The New Zealander, who held the WBO title between 2016 and 2018, faced a potential two-year ban after failing a voluntary test on the same day he fought and lost to Britain's Fabio Wardley.

British media reports at the time indicated that Parker had tested positive for traces of cocaine. Despite the failed test, Parker had maintained his innocence regarding the use of a prohibited substance. The lifting of his provisional suspension means he can now return to the ring.

I’m pleased to confirm my provisional suspension is lifted and I’ll be back in the ring soon.

— Joseph ParkerAnnouncing his return to boxing after a failed drug test.

"I'm pleased to confirm my provisional suspension is lifted and I'll be back in the ring soon," Parker stated. He added, "I’ve been advised to say no more for now while details are finalised. Thank you to all my supporters."

Robert Smith, general secretary of the British Boxing Board of Control, confirmed that the suspension had been lifted but did not provide further details regarding the case. The boxer's return to competition is now imminent, pending final arrangements.

I’ve been advised to say no more for now while details are finalised. Thank you to all my supporters.

— Joseph ParkerConcluding his statement regarding the lifted suspension.
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Originally published by Ghanaian Times in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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