Tom Lawlor has been notified by USADA that an out-of-competition drug test has been flagged for potential banned substances. The 33-year-old middleweight is 6-5 in the UFC. The UFC has issued its standard statement: The UFC organization was notified today that the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has informed Tom Lawlor of a potential Anti-Doping violation […]
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Jones attorney requests for expedited USADA arbitration decision
The USADA arbitration of Jon Jones was completed on Monday at a law office in California after 10 hours before a panel of 3 arbitrators per MMA Fighting. Jones’ attorney, Howard Jacobs, is seeking an expedited decision prior to Jones’ disciplinary hearing before the Nevada Athletic Commission on November 10th. Per the Arbitration rules in […]
UFC launches NY-specific clothing collection for UFC 205
The UFC announced that it is launching its first-ever event-specific product line for the promotion’s debut in New York on November 12th. The New York collection from Reebok features city-themed T-shirts, hoodies, hats and shorts for men and women. The price points range from $16-$50. All UFC 205 fighters will wear a unique kit designed […]
UFC expecting huge revenue from New York debut
With the UFC heading to New York on November 12th for UFC 205, a report states that the company will draw $14-$15M in “live event revenue” per documents obtained by MMA Junkie. An investor presentation which Junkie obtained indicates that gate receipts, merchandise and other add-on should draw the astronomical amount which excludes PPV sales. […]
UFC bullish in presentation for upcoming rights fee deal
MMA Junkie reports on the positive outlook for the UFC’s broadcast rights after its current deal expires in 2018. The article states that NBC, ESPN, Turner and Fox will all vie for the rights which will bolster the value. According to information included in an investor presentation obtained by Junkie, indicates that the UFC will […]