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Conor McGregor Accepts 18-Month UFC Suspension for Whereabouts Failures, Eligible March 2026

CSAD cut the standard 24-month penalty to 18 months based on injury recovery plus full cooperation.

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 recorded three whereabouts failures on June 13, September 19 and September 20, 2024, constituting a UFC anti-doping violation.
  • The ineligibility is retroactive to September 20, 2024 and concludes March 20, 2026, when McGregor can return to competition.
  • The sanction reflects a six-month reduction from the typical 24-month term due to mitigating factors cited by CSAD.
  • McGregor re-entered the UFC testing pool in 2025 and has submitted samples while the investigation wrapped up.
  • His eligibility date aligns with the proposed June 2026 White House card, though UFC officials say no fights are being negotiated or signed.