The unexpected news of Jon Jones failing a drug test emerged earlier this week, and it’s been pure mayhem since then. On Wednesday night the announcement came out, Jones had been flagged by USADA (United States Anti Doping Agency) and was removed from UFC 200 on July 9.
Just three days out from the milestone pay-per-view card and the main event had been cast out the window. Light-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier was shattered by the news, as his long awaited rematch with ‘Bones’ was now off.
An emotional Jon Jones then appeared during a press conference on Thursday to address the failed drug test. Breaking down in tears, Jones claimed he was unaware of the alleged performance enhancing drugs (PED) in his system.
The former undisputed 205-pound champ and pound-for-pound king claims a tainted supplement was the reason for the USADA fail. If this is true, there’s a big chance that ‘Bones’ may walk, potentially without even facing suspension.
If you haven’t seen it yet, you’ll want to check out Joe Rogan’s podcast reaction and opinion on Jon Jones’ failed drug test. Also on page 2 is the video of Jones breaking down while giving his reasons for the failed drug test…