Three-time featherweight title challenger Chad Mendes is the latest fighter to be flagged for a potential violation of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy.
“The UFC organization was notified today that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has informed Chad Mendes of a potential Anti-Doping Policy violation stemming from an out-of-competition sample collection,” a UFC statement read.
“USADA, the independent administrator of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy, will handle the results management and appropriate adjudication of this case. It is important to note that, under the UFC Anti-Doping Policy, there is a full and fair review process that is afforded to all athletes before any sanctions are imposed. Additional information will be provided at the appropriate time as the process moves forward.”
Mendes (17-4) has been knocked out in two consecutive fights – by Conor McGregor last July then by Frankie Edgar in December – and has lost two of his last three overall.
The 31-year-old is known for his tremendous physique but had never failed a drug screening in his career.
