Josh Barnett

By FCF Staff

Josh Barnett could be facing disciplinary action again, as the result of failed drug test, as the UFC’s announced the heavyweight’s been notified of a potential anti-doping violation.

The 39 year-old fighter, who has tested positive for anabolic steroids previously, has been flagged due to the results of an out-of-competition test. Recently the UFC posted the statement below:

The UFC organization was formally notified today that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has informed Josh Barnett of a potential Anti-Doping Policy violation stemming from an out-of-competition sample collection on December 9, 2016.

USADA, the independent administrator of the UFC Anti-Doping Policy, will handle the results management and appropriate adjudication of this case. It is important to note that, under the UFC Anti-Doping Policy, there is a full fair legal review process that is afforded to all athletes before any sanctions are imposed.

Consistent with all previous potential anti-doping violations, additional information or UFC statements will be provided at the appropriate time as the process moves forward.