Conor Benn v Chris Eubank Jr

[Master]

Conor Benn: UK Anti-Doping investigating 'adverse finding' returned in boxer's drugs test

UK Anti-Doping is investigating Conor Benn's failed drugs test that led to the postponement of his fight with Chris Eubank Jr.

Benn was due to fight Eubank Jr on 8 October but the bout was called off after he returned what promoters said was an "adverse analytical finding for trace amounts of a fertility drug".

Ukad is duty bound to investigate the case as it is a potential anti-doping violation by a boxer licensed by the British Boxing Board of Control, which is under its jurisdiction.

If found guilty of an anti-doping violation, the 26-year-old could receive a two to four-year suspension.

Benn tested positive for banned female fertility drug clomifene in August, following a test overseen by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (Vada).

The B sample will be tested and if that also comes back positive for clomifene, Benn will have the opportunity to provide any relevant information which could help explain how the substance got into his system, and could then mitigate any punishment.

He has denied any wrongdoing and is not currently suspended by the BBBofC. The board and general secretary Robert Smith have not responded to repeated requests for comment from BBC Sport.

Clomifene can be used to boost testosterone levels in men and is banned inside and outside competition by the World Anti-Doping Agency.

Benn, who insists he is a "clean" fighter, and Eubank were scheduled to meet in the ring at a catchweight of 157lbs, 30 years after their fathers Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr fought.

The BBBofC said the bout was "prohibited and not in the interests of boxing" on 5 October and the fight was formally postponed the following day.

Promoters Matchroom said the BBBofC's decision to withdraw its sanctioning was "procedurally flawed and without due process".

Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn argued that because the BBBofC does not "recognise" Vada, it had no reason to call off the fight or suspend Benn.

Vada was hired by Benn and Eubank to provide extra testing alongside Ukad, which is the Board's official anti-doping partner.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/boxing/63207894

[TIC]

there is apparently another test that conor failed, that was done before the one that cancelled the fight

[Memphis]

And apparently lots of people knew about it. You can't make this sort of systemic clusterfuckery up.

[Master]

Conor Benn is reportedly being investigated over claims that he has failed a second drugs test. The accusation suggests that he returned adverse findings for the same banned substance prior to the one that lead to the cancellation of the Chris Eubank Jr fight on October 8.

The Destroyer is already facing a potential four-year ban from the sport but if the investigation proves that the claim is true then he could be facing further sanctions including a longer ban. According to the Daily Mail, Benn is claimed to have failed another drugs test earlier this year.

One eminent source, when asked to confirm the positive finding, told the newspaper: "Yes. Earlier this year. Same stuff."

Express Sport have approached Benn and his promotional company Matchroom for comment.

The substance in question once again is clomifene, a fertility drug primarily used to treat infertility in women who do not ovulate. But when used by men it can act as a testosterone booster and drugs masker, banned in all mainstream sports.

Following the news of his first failed drugs test, Benn came out and denied any wrongdoing in a statement, which read: "I am truly gutted that we were unable to make this fight happen on Saturday and I'm sorry to everyone who has been affected by the postponement.

"I am still completely shocked and surprised by this and it has been a tough couple of days, My team and I will consider the next options including rescheduling the fight, but my immediate focus is on clearing my name because I am a clean athlete!"

His father Nigel too claimed that his son was a 'clean athlete' in a video posted to social media, saying: "Hi guys, as you know we're in total shock," said Nigel. "I've been with my son for the last ten weeks and the training has absolutely gone the best it could have been. He's a dedicated trainer, he leaves no stone unturned, and we'll get to the bottom of this, I love my son.

"I know he don't cut no corners; he just goes straight at it 100 per cent but we'll keep you informed, we'll let you know what the next step is. But he's a faithful trainer and a clean athlete, speak to you all soon, God bless."

Benn and Eubank Jr were due to meet each other last weekend in a 157lb catchweight bout at the O2 Arena, London. Promoters Eddie Hearn and Kalle Sauerland have affirmed that the fight will take place at a later date.

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/sport/boxi...9a40bffb8011b5

[TIC]

anyone else think that the prior drug test was the reason the chris eubank jr fight was made? his team may have knew it would come out & we're trying to get in a big payday before a ban was put in place. just a thought i had

[TIC]

is he talking about his own apology for his disrespect of the sport?

[Master]

Liam Smith says he would be happy to fight Chris Eubank Jr in December after Conor Benn failed a drugs test.

The Liverpool born fighter celebrated his homecoming a little over a month ago at the M&S Bank Arena in King’s Dock, where he proved too much for his former sparring partner and fellow super welterweight Hassan Mwakinyo.

In truth it was a bit of a mismatch but he managed to keep his place in the rankings as a result.

Janibek Alimkhanuly, Kell Brook and Jermell Charlo have all been touted as potential opponents.

But it appears ‘Beefy’ has his sights set on taking on Eubank Jr, who was supposed to fight Benn at London’s O2 Arena on October 8.

Speaking on Sky Sports he said: “Of course yeah it doesn’t even have to be that long because there’s one sitting here.

“Obviously I made it vocal I was open to that fight before he decided to fight Conor.

“Now the Benn fight’s off, there’s probably only one fight in Britain left for him, and I’m ready and waiting.

“Yeah I signed under it because it was an easy fight to make and I’ll stick by what I’ve said that’s the easiest fight to make now going forwards.

“We’re both under BOXXER and Sky Sports I think we’re both willing to fight each other so I’m pretty sure the fight can be made.”

But whether it’s Brook or Eubank, Smith – who stands 5ft 9in tall – doesn’t care who he will be fighting in December.

“I’ll be ready this year, I’ll be ready in December,” he added. “I’m just going to do it as the normal process.

“You know, I fought September, my next fight I would be looking for December, and I’ll be ready to fight Chris Eubank Jr in December.

“I think that fight’s been offered to Kell also, I think that’s probably also his thought process in making a comeback.

But I’m back in the gym, I’ll be ready for December, and if it’s Chris Eubank, it’s Chris Eubank, if it’s Kell Brook, it’s Kell Brook. If it’s anybody else I’ll be fit and ready. You know me, I’ll fight anyone.”

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