Confirmed that USADA has given Yoel Romero a suspension, per sources. He has decided to appeal and will be going to arbitration.
— Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani) March 23, 2016
According to Ariel Helwani, UFC middleweight contender Yoel Romero plans to appeal his suspension by the USADA for a failed drug test.
Romero popped positive following his win over Ronaldo “Jacare” Souza for a potential doping violation. The test was given out of competition by the USADA, but would likely sideline Romero for a year.
In December, the former Olympic medalist scored a split decision vs. Souza, keeping his UFC record a unbeaten at 7-0. Romero is 11-1 in his career with wins over Lyoto Machida, Tim Kennedy and Brad Tavares.
Romero has continually said the test was wrong, asking for his second sample to be tested.