Joseph Parker denies taking ‘any prohibited substance’ after failing drugs test

Join the Miguel Delaney team: Inside Football Get exclusive insights and behind-the scenes access to the Miguel Delaney: inside newsletter Football NewsletterJoin the Miguel Delaney inside Football Parker addressed the news on Instagram. “I’m here to speak out on today’s events.” After my recent bout, I took a voluntary testing and was informed by the VADA that it had returned a negative result.”This was a complete surprise to me. I have never taken any banned substance. I don’t use performance-enhancing drugs, and I oppose their use.”I am fully cooperating with the process that is underway and am confident that the investigation will clear up my name.”Ipswich born Wardley and New Zealander Parker put on a thrilling encounter at O2 Arena to determine who will become WBO compulsory challenger to the undisputed world heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk. This means a lot to me and my entire family. After the investigation has been completed, I will be open and answer any questions.”Parker’s promotional company Queensberry issued a statement Friday morning which read: The Voluntary Anti-Doping Association(VADA) informed all necessary parties last night that Joseph Parker returned a positive result after an anti-doping check conducted on 25th October regarding his bout with Fabiowardley.No further comments will be made while the matter continues to be investigated.Enjoy 185+ fights per year on DAZN. The Global Home of Boxing. Never miss a top promoter’s fight. Buy NowADVERTISEMENT. You will receive a commission for signing up to the service. Enjoy 185+ boxing fights per year on DAZN. The Global Home of BoxingNever Miss a Fight from Top Promoters. You can watch anywhere and anytime. Buy Now. We will receive commission if you subscribe to this service. This revenue helps fund journalism across The Independent. Parker has been a frequent guest on these shores ever since. He has fought eight times total in the UK, and relocated to Dublin in recent years for training camps.
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