Parker denies taking 'any prohibited substance'
Summary
Joseph Parker, a former world heavyweight boxing champion from New Zealand, tested positive for cocaine after a fight on October 25, 2023. Parker has denied using any prohibited substances and is cooperating with the investigation. The outcome of the investigation could result in a suspension ranging from three months to two years.Key Facts
- Joseph Parker tested positive for cocaine on October 25, 2023.
- The test was conducted by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (Vada).
- Parker wrote on Instagram that he did not take any prohibited substances.
- The investigation involves UK Anti-Doping (Ukad) and the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBC).
- Parker could face a suspension of three months to two years depending on the findings.
- Parker was the WBO heavyweight champion from December 2016 to March 2018.
- He recently lost a fight to Britain's Fabio Wardley.
- Parker aimed to contend for a title fight against Oleksandr Usyk before his loss to Wardley.
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