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What's Happening?
Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD) has announced that Ramazonbek Temirov, a UFC athlete from Kashkadarya, Uzbekistan, has accepted a 12-month suspension for violating the UFC Anti-Doping Policy. Temirov tested positive for Trimetazidine (TMZ), a prohibited substance used to treat heart conditions, during out-of-competition tests conducted in June and July 2025 in Phuket, Thailand. The suspension began on July 5, 2025, following a provisional suspension. CSAD, which administers the UFC's anti-doping program, evaluated Temirov's case and considered his cooperation and the medical prescription for TMZ, which he used for a limited time. The samples were analyzed at the WADA-accredited Sports Medicine Research and Testing Laboratory in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Why It's Important?
This suspension highlights the ongoing efforts to maintain integrity in combat sports through rigorous anti-doping measures. The UFC's commitment to a clean sport is underscored by the independent administration of its anti-doping program by CSAD. The case also illustrates the complexities athletes face in managing prescribed medications while adhering to anti-doping regulations. The decision to suspend Temirov, despite his cooperation and medical justification, reinforces the strict enforcement of anti-doping policies, which is crucial for fair competition and athlete safety. This incident may prompt other athletes to be more vigilant about their medication use and its compliance with anti-doping rules.
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