How can fight be cancelled when the B sample isn't even back yet?

[McGangsta]

Is this how it's done in boxing or other sports as well? seems draconian

 

[neomage2021]

yes that's how it's always done. They don't test the B sample until it is requested by the athlete.

 

[Coconut Joe]

If you can count....Don't count on Jon Jones.

 

[Sudoistehgoat]

Is this how it's done in boxing or other sports as well? seems draconian

Because they don't fuck up tests. It's a mere formality now.

 

[Coconut Joe]

yes that's how it's always done. They don't test the B sample until it is requested by the athlete.

You can see that B sample from outer space......It's dirty.

 

[MadMardigain]

They said they couldn't guarantee the sample results would be back in time before weigh-in's.

 

[Bagatur]

if I am not mistaken, sample B is tested only if the fighter requests it.
in that case, they cant wait for the fighter to make up his mind, can they?

 

[Yari]

Why? Wait even longer and screw more people flying in to see this show?

 

[TFanatic]

If we just found out last night about the A sample from June 16th, no way the B sample would be back by weigh ins unless they compromise something and rush it. This gives everyone time to adjust the card, and possibly find a replacement.

 

[Headkicktoleg]

Because drug testing isn'tisn't a court trial. They find something that's it you're guilty. They then allow for a hearing for you to plead a case for les see time

 

[datfnguy]

Is this how it's done in boxing or other sports as well? seems draconian

B sample typically comes back the same as the A sample. If he did it he did it... and I am a Jones fan... if there is even a Jones to be a fan of anymore.