Cristiane ‘Cyborg’ notified of potential Anti-Doping Policy violation

UFC announced tonight that USADA have notified the promotion and Cristiane “Cyborg” Justino of a potential Anti-Doping Policy violation stemming from an out-of-competition sample collection on December 5, 2016.

This isn’t Cyborg’s first run in with anti-doping authorities. Back in December 2011, Cyborg tested positive for an anabolic steroid after an anti-doping test conducted by the California State Athletic Commission and was stripped of her Strikeforce belt.

Here is the full statement from the UFC:

“The UFC organization was formally notified today that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has informed Cristiane “Cyborg” Justino of a potential Anti-Doping Policy violation stemming from an out-of-competition sample collection on December 5, 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.”