WBC Plans Random Testing For Champs/Ranked Boxers
World Boxing Council President Mauricio Sulaiman confirms that random anti-doping tests are a priority for boxers for safety purposes. This will be put into action at the “Jose Sulaiman Cup”, where eight boxers from different parts of the world will participate in a tournament.
“This year the doping tests will be incorporated at the super welterweight tournament. From the eight fighters, there will be one or two tests,” Mauricio explained, adding:
"In addition to the usual tests to verify that a boxer hasn’t ingested forbidden substances, starting this year, we will have random/surprise tests, even if boxers are not in activity.
“Protocols are being put in place for these random tests. This is being done to clarify that champions are not using illegal substances. With the first 15 ranked boxers - random tests could also be done, even if they don’t have fights scheduled,” he stressed.
