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Lawrence Okolie Fails VADA Test as Queensberry Cancels Paris Card

The WBC No. 1 now faces anti-doping proceedings that could derail his title run.

Overview

  • Queensberry, which said Tuesday VADA reported an adverse finding for Lawrence Okolie, canceled Saturday’s Paris show that was to headline his fight with Tony Yoka.
  • Promoter Frank Warren said Okolie is suspended pending a hearing as the case moves to B-sample analysis and formal adjudication.
  • Okolie said the result may stem from recent treatment for an elbow issue after a bicep injury and he pledged to cooperate to clear his name.
  • Multiple outlets, citing The Times, reported the substance as GHRP‑2, a growth-hormone stimulator, though VADA has not publicly detailed the finding.
  • The development freezes the WBC top contender’s path to a title shot and could lead to a ban of up to four years unless he proves no fault.