UFC Suspends Chael Sonnen

Filed under: UFC UFC star Chael Sonnen, who was already serving a suspension for a positive drug test, has now been suspended by the UFC after his guilty plea to money laundering.

UFC President Dana White told TMZ that Sonnen’s contract has been “froz…

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UFC star Chael Sonnen, who was already serving a suspension for a positive drug test, has now been suspended by the UFC after his guilty plea to money laundering.

UFC President Dana White told TMZ that Sonnen’s contract has been “frozen” while he tries to get his personal life in order. But White also made clear that he still supports Sonnen and wants to see him back in the Octagon.

“Chael Sonnen has gone through a lot in the last few months and we think it’s important for him to focus on getting his personal life together before focusing on his career in the UFC,” White said. “I spoke with Chael earlier today and he agrees that setting priorities in his life is the best thing for him right now. I sincerely hope Chael is able to straighten out his personal life.”