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Conor McGregor given drug-test reassurance ahead of UFC return

McGregor’s last fight was in mid-2021 when he suffered a broken leg in defeat to Dustin Poirier

The Independent UK

Conor McGregor suffers blow in bid to make early return for UFC comeback fight

McGregor had hoped to bypass USADA's six-month drug-testing rule but the organisation has said the former two-weight world champion will NOT be exempt

Daily Mirror

Conor McGregor provides update on drug-testing status ahead of UFC return

UFC star Conor McGregor is expected to return later this year in a fight with contender Michael Chandler, but has yet to enrol on the USADA drug testing programme required to compete in the octagon

Daily Mirror

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Kara Goucher Says She Is the Woman Behind the Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Alberto Salazar

For the first time publicly, in her new book, the decorated runner is detailing the abuse, isolation and shame she says she experienced at Nike’s The Oregon Project, which was shuttered in 2019 after the former coach received a lifetime suspension by SafeSport.

Sports Illustrated

Dan Hooker says USADA has visited him more frequently since he accused Islam Makhachev of using IV

Dan Hooker explains the ramifications from USADA since he claimed Islam Makhachev used an IV at UFC 284 and doubles down on his accusation.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Michael Chandler sets out plan to 'force' Conor McGregor into agreeing fight date

Michael Chandler and Conor McGregor are filming their season coaching on The Ultimate Fighter, but a fight date has not yet been confirmed amid the latter's USADA uncertainty

Daily Mirror

Michael Chandler plans to ‘bludgeon’ Conor McGregor, regardless of date, location or weight class

Michael Chandler has been around Conor McGregor enough so far on "The Ultimate Fighter" that he thinks he's starting to figure him out.

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Henry Cejudo receives first 75 clean USADA test award; Derek Brunson, Brian Ortega hit 50

After the UFC 285 official weigh-ins, Henry Cejudo was awarded the first award for 75 clean USADA tests.

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Conor McGregor backed to be best version of himself in UFC comeback fight

Former two-weight UFC champion McGregor is without a win in over three years but has been backed to look as good as new in his comeback fight against Michael Chandler

Daily Mirror

Doping sleuths take bite out of penalty over dog medicine

A three-month investigation has exonerated a five-time Olympian of doping

The Independent UK

Jon Jones claims past drug test failures no longer valid, wants no contest vs. Daniel Cormier overturned

Jon Jones wants his no contest against Daniel Cormier overturned to a KO win.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Ryan Spann reacts to UFC Fight Night 220 main event cancelation due to Nikita Krylov illness

Ryan Spann displayed a range of emotions while processing the fight-day cancelation of his scheduled main event at UFC Fight Night 220.

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Nevada hands out first Power Slap drug suspension after fighter tests positive for cocaine

Jon Kennedy became the first Power Slap fighter to fail a drug test in Nevada, the state announced Wednesday.

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Islam Makhachev's needle marks on arm explained amid UFC 'cheating' controversy

UFC lightweight champion Makhachev's impressive win over Alexander Volkanovski on Saturday night was overshadowed by claims from his rival's teammates that he had used an IV after weigh-ins

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Islam Makhachev responds to accusation he used illegal IV before UFC 284 fight

Makhachev beat Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284 this past weekend but has since been accused of illegally using an IV to rehydrate before their fight

The Independent UK

UFC 284: Islam Makhachev accused of cheating with IV treatment ahead of Alexander Volkanovski fight

Volkanovski’s teammate Dan Hooker has accused Makhachev of using a banned treatment to rehydrate before the Russian’s win on Saturday

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Dan Hooker accuses ‘cheating dog’ Islam Makhachev of using IV to rehydrate after UFC 284 weigh-ins

Dan Hooker has made a serious accusation against Islam Makhachev coming out of UFC 284 and claims to have proof.

Daily Mirror

Islam Makhachev tested positive for same banned substance as Maria Sharapova

Over the last few years, UFC lightweight champion Makhachev has dominated all comers on his path to winning the belt, but he faced a lengthy suspension after failing a drugs test in 2016

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Conor McGregor told how he can ensure he is eligible to fight Michael Chandler

McGregor has announced his comeback fight against Michael Chandler at the end of the UFC's series The Ultimate Fighter, but he will first have to enrol in the USADA drug testing pool

Daily Mirror

Former UFC star doubts Conor McGregor will return despite fight announcement

McGregor will coach against Michael Chandler on The Ultimate Fighter before fighting him later this year, but ex-UFC fighter Ben Askren isn't confident that will be the case

Daily Mirror

Conor McGregor's weight announced for UFC return against Michael Chandler

McGregor will finally make his comeback to the UFC after nearly two years out of action, when he will face Chandler in the new series of The Ultimate Fighter

Daily Mirror

Conor McGregor set to face six-month wait despite confirming UFC comeback fight

Conor McGregor has not fought since July 2021 but it has been announced that he will compete in the latest series of the UFC's The Ultimate Fighter against Michael Chandler

Daily Mirror

UFC heavyweight prospect suspended for two years after failing two drugs tests

Abdelwahab returned two drug tests that tested positive for the anabolic steroid methenolone and has now been banned for two years by the UFC

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Hamdy Abdelwahab suspended, has UFC debut win overturned after positive drug test and ‘tampering’

The first Egypt-born fighter in UFC history no longer has a promotional win on his record.

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Colby Covington honored for 50 clean USADA drug tests

Colby Covington is the latest notable UFC fighter to turn in 50 clean USADA tests.

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