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4 UFC fighters have been suspended for testing positive for banned substances. 3 of the suspended fighters tested positive tests for marijuana and a 4th for amphetamines. According to a report from ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, Jamahal Hill, Tim Elliott,…
4 UFC fighters have been suspended for testing positive for banned substances. 3 of the suspended fighters tested positive tests for marijuana and a 4th for amphetamines. According to a report from ESPN’s Marc Raimondi, Jamahal Hill, Tim Elliott, and Luis Pena have been suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Thursday for testing […]
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We all heard of four UFC fighters failing drug tests this past June. We were given their names, Jamahal Hill, Luis Pena, Tim Elliott, and Deron Winn, but their suspensions had yet to be determined. ESPN broke the news earlier today. Marc Andre-Barriault was also flagged, but was not sentenced due to cooperating with USADA […]
We all heard of four UFC fighters failing drug tests this past June. We were given their names, Jamahal Hill, Luis Pena, Tim Elliott, and Deron Winn, but their suspensions had yet to be determined. ESPN broke the news earlier today.
Marc Andre-Barriault was also flagged, but was not sentenced due to cooperating with USADA to prove it to be a tainted supplement. Hill, Pena, and Elliott all tested positive for marijuana, while Winn tested positive for amphetamines.
Hill’s first-round TKO victory over Klidson Abreu was overturned to a no contest, he was suspended six months, and fined 15% of his purse.
Both Elliott and Pena were suspended four-and-a-half months and suspended 15% of their purse. They each lost their respective fights, Elliott lost to Brandon Royval via submission (arm-triangle choke), Pena lost to Khama Worthy via submission (guillotine choke), so neither of their records change.
Lastly, Winn was suspended for nine months and fined $1,800 for his drug test failure at UFC 248. Winn lost to Gerald Meerschaert via submission (rear naked choke), so his record remains the same as well.
The most surprising name on this list has got to be Deron Winn, and because of what he tested positive for. It’s hard to imagine him doing something like that, he’s a lifelong athlete, he trains at AKA, it’s a wonder.
Winn did miss weight for his fight prior, and amphetamines certainly do aid in weight loss. Or maybe he just had a little cold and took some cough medicine, which will make you pop for that.
The dates of the tests is the starting date of their sentence. So basically, whenever their fight was, add their sentence to that and that’s how long they can’t fight for. Elliott and Hill both fought on May 30, Pena fought on June 27, and Winn fought on March 7.
It’s unfortunate seeing someones victory taken away just because of marijuana, but it’s great to see at least none of these names popped for a tainted supplement. That’s been a huge problem for a lot of fighters recently.
Not long ago we were all given a list of names of recent USADA suspensions, one name of which was Marc-Andre Barriault. He was one of the top Canadian prospects in the sport who came to the UFC in May of last year with a perfect 11-0 record. Though he lost his first three fights […]
Not long ago we were all given a list of names of recent USADA suspensions, one name of which was Marc-Andre Barriault. He was one of the top Canadian prospects in the sport who came to the UFC in May of last year with a perfect 11-0 record. Though he lost his first three fights with the promotion, all via decision, he picked up his first win inside the octagon at UFC on ESPN 11 against Oskar Piechota.
The only problem with this of course is that he failed his post-fight drug test, testing positive for Ostarine. This has become pretty common within the sport of MMA, fighters testing positive for Ostarine found in tainted supplements, it’s become quite an issue. Tim Means was the first one a few years ago, and since, it’s happened to Nate Diaz, Sean O’Malley, Marvin Vettori, Nicco Montano, Ovince Saint Preux, Augusto Mendes, Thibault Gouti, Amanda Ribas, Rachael Ostovich, Diego Sanchez, and more, all from tainted supplements.
Barriault released the following statement earlier today regarding the matter: “Following a communication from the Nevada State Athletic Commission last week, I wanted to clarify the current situation to all my fans, the medias and everybody involved in the sport of mixed martial arts. (Via MMA Junkie)
“I was notified last week that an in-competition sample that I provided to the NSAC the night of my last fight on June 20, 2020, was positive for an extremely low level (approximately 190 picograms or 190 parts per trillion) of the prohibited substance, Ostarine.
“First and foremost, I want to make things crystal clear, I did not intentionally use Ostarine, nor have I ever knowingly used any prohibited substance in my career. Since the beginning of my professional career, I have been tested three times by the Quebec athletic commission, and a total of seven times under the UFC/USADA program and have always tested negative.
“Since I found out about this last week, I have learned quite a bit about Ostarine, specifically that it is commonly found as a low-level contaminant in certain dietary supplements, often at levels that provide absolutely no performance enhancing benefit. I strongly believe that a supplement contaminant is the reason for my low-level positive, and I am actively working with the UFC on reviewing and testing supplements that I have used prior to my June 20th fight, in the hope of identifying the culprit.
“While I am extremely disappointed in this development, I am looking forward to finding a definitive explanation for my low-level positive test, to fully cooperating with the NSAC and to getting back to work in the octagon soon.”
Jamahal Hill, Tim Elliott, and Luis Pena were also all recently handed suspensions, however, their failed drug tests were for marijuana. Hopefully, USADA can prove Barriault’s supplements to be the reason for the failed test, give them all a brief suspension, and hopefully, they don’t take their wins away and overturn them to no contests. Read more on the three names, disclosing Barriault, mentioned above here.
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Former flyweight title challenger Tim Elliott and light-heavyweight prospect Jamall Hill have both tested positive for marijuana and are now facing suspensions in Nevada. According to ESPN Elliott and Hill failed drug tests in relation to their respective fights May 30 in Las Vegas. Elliott suffered an upset loss back in May against UFC newcomer […]
Former flyweight title challenger Tim Elliott and light-heavyweight prospect Jamall Hill have both tested positive for marijuana and are now facing suspensions in Nevada.
According to ESPN Elliott and Hill failed drug tests in relation to their respective fights May 30 in Las Vegas. Elliott suffered an upset loss back in May against UFC newcomer Brandon Royval who submitted him inside two rounds. Hill scored an impressive knockout win over Klidson Abreu to improve his unbeaten record to 8-0.
The Nevada State Athletic Commission has temporality suspended both fighters and that suspension will likely be extended further on Wednesday until a NSAC disciplinary meeting can be held. Elliott and Hill are likely to face up to nine months on the sidelines due to these failed tests. Hill could also have his win over Abreu overturned to a no contest.
The report from Marc Raimondi also states that UFC fighters Luis Pena and Marc-Andre Barriault are also on temporary suspensions with the NSAC. However, the reasons for those suspensions have not been made clear at this time.
It’s also unclear if the United States Anti-Doping Agency, the UFC’s anti-doping partner will take action against Elliott and Hill. It seems unlikely given the fact Elliott was allowed to compete on July 16. He picked up a unanimous decision win over Ryan Benoit.
Do you think Tim Elliott and Jamahal Hill should face suspensions for smoking weed?
Tim Elliott vs. Ryan Benoit served as the co-main event of UFC on ESPN 13. The two fighters met in a featherweight bout on Wednesday night (July 15, 2020) at the UFC on ESPN 13 event from Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island aka Fight Island. It was a good pac…
Tim Elliott vs. Ryan Benoit served as the co-main event of UFC on ESPN 13. The two fighters met in a featherweight bout on Wednesday night (July 15, 2020) at the UFC on ESPN 13 event from Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island aka Fight Island. It was a good paced fight with them mostly striking in […]
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In the co-main event, long-time flyweight contender Tim Elliott is hoping he can get back into the win column after three straight defeats. He takes on one of the hardest hitters at 125lbs in Ryan Benoit who also heads into this fight on the back of a defeat. Who will get back to winning ways? […]
In the co-main event, long-time flyweight contender Tim Elliott is hoping he can get back into the win column after three straight defeats. He takes on one of the hardest hitters at 125lbs in Ryan Benoit who also heads into this fight on the back of a defeat. Who will get back to winning ways? Let’s find out…
Round 1: Tim Elliott with lots of movement and pressure. Ryan Benoit is back up towards the fence and looks ready to uncork his patented power punches. Elliott is throwing a lot but they often aren’t landing. Benoit is beginning to find his range. A big punch over the top is followed up with a clean head-kick which Elliott takes very well. He gets back to throwing front kicks but Benoit again comes over the top with a big right. Elliott shoots in for the takedown but it is defended well by Benoit who eats and elbow on the exit. Benoit lands a nasty shot to the body but Elliott takes it well. Shortly after he shoots for a takedown, get it but Benoit sweeps and gets back to his feet. Another Elliott takedown as the round ends.
Round 2: Elliott starting the second round as he did the first, with lots of volume which is backing up Benoit who remains very dangerous – he lands another head-kick but Elliott eats it. Benoit is starting to put his strikes together and it forces Elliott into a level change – he secures another takedown. Elliott locks up a guillotine choke, it looks really tight. He rolls into the mount position but loses the grip and ultimately gives up on the submission. Benoit grabs for a leg and seems to have the kneebar locked up. Elliott appears to be wincing in pain but somehow manages to survive. Benoit loses the submission and the fight goes back to the feet. Quickly back to the ground and Elliott is trying for the armbar as the round comes to a close.
Round 3: They clinch up early in the final round. Elliott lands several beautiful elbows before exiting out. They temporarily separate before Elliott shoots back in for the takedown. He doesn’t get it but is working very well against the cage. Again they separate but this time Elliott appears to have an injury. It may be a dislocated finger that he appears to be trying to reset in the middle of this fight. Despite his injury, Elliott manages to hit several jabs on his opponent. Benoit is getting aggressive now throwing heavy shots. Elliott hasn’t thrown his injured hand in a while and seems content to work away with his jabs. Big overhand right from Benoit. Elliott seems momentarily wobbled. His opponent tries to capitalize but Elliott does well to fight back and survive the moment. They clinch up against the cage before separating and swinging to the finish. Benoit lands a nice overhand followed by a knee to the head. Will it be enough? The official decision is up next.
OFFICIAL RESULT: Tim Elliott def. Ryan Benoit via unanimous decision (29/28 X3)