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Conor McGregor Accepts 18-Month UFC Anti-Doping Ban After Whereabouts Failures

CSAD cut the usual 24-month term after noting his cooperation during the probe.

Boxing - Anthony Joshua v Robert Helenius - O2 Arena, London, Britain - August 12, 2023 Conor McGregor is seen before the fight between Anthony Joshua and Robert Helenius Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge
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Overview

  • CSAD ruled three missed unannounced collections on June 13, September 19, and September 20, 2024 as whereabouts failures under the UFC Anti-Doping Policy.
  • The ineligibility is retroactive to September 20, 2024, with eligibility to return on March 20, 2026.
  • Officials noted he was recovering from injury and not preparing for a fight during the missed tests, and that he accepted responsibility and fully cooperated.
  • The UFC anti-doping program is administered by CSAD, with Drug Free Sport International handling collections and SMRTL, a WADA-accredited lab in Utah, performing analysis.
  • Reporters note the eligibility date could permit an appearance on the planned mid‑2026 White House UFC card that McGregor has targeted.