Former world champion Joseph Parker cleared to box again after failed dope test
Former heavyweight boxing champion Joseph Parker has been cleared to return to the ring after his provisional suspension for a failed drug test was lifted. Meanwhile, British boxer Raven Chapman is recovering after emergency brain surgery following a collapse during a sparring session.
Why it matters
The news highlights both the regulatory challenges in professional boxing and the ongoing safety concerns regarding athlete health in combat sports.
Joseph Parker (left) in action during his fight against Fabio Wardley in October. Photograph: Andrew Couldridge/Action Images/Reuters Joseph Parker (left) in action during his fight against Fabio Wardley in October. Photograph: Andrew Couldridge/Action Images/Reuters Boxing Former world champion Joseph Parker cleared to box again after failed dope test ‘My provisional suspension is lifted and I’ll be back soon’
British board of control confirms news but with no details
Prefer the Guardian on Google The former heavyweight world champion Joseph Parker said on Wednesday that he had been cleared to fight again after failing a dope test last October . The 34-year-old New Zealander, who held the WBO title from 2016 to 2018, had denied taking a prohibited substance but risked a two-year ban.
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