It was announced by the Brazilian Athletic Commission (CABMMA) today that Piotr Hallmann, who co-headlined the UFC Fight Night 51 event, where he won the “Fight of the Night” bonus, tested positive for the anabolic steroid drostanolone.
Hallmann (15-3) dropped a close three-round split decision to Gleison Tibau (30-10) at the show and due to his positive drug test, has been suspended nine months. Additionally, he must undergo further testing before he can be licensed to fight again.
Below is the full official statement from the CABMMA:
“All athletes from the card were tested for anti-doping control upon arrival at Nilson Nelson Arena to detect anabolic agents, diuretic/other masking agents, stimulants and cannabinoids. Four athletes were randomly selected to also be tested for erythropoietin (EPO) and levels of human growth hormone (Hgh).
The athlete Piotr Hallman failed the test due to presence of anabolic steroid drostanolone. He will be suspended for nine months, reatroactibve to the date of his fight. To be licensed again by CABMMA, he will need to go through new anti-doping control tests.
The Brazilian Athletic Commission (CABMMA) uses WADA accredited lab for its anti-doping control tests.”
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