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Jaime Munguía Cleared After Doping Result Deemed False Positive

Regulators cleared the boxer following lab findings of pregnenolone contamination.

Overview

  • VADA and the WBC confirmed that the B sample and subsequent reviews showed the initial testosterone finding was a false positive.
  • BBBofC and UKAD determined there will be no investigation or sanction, giving Munguía full eligibility to compete.
  • Independent analyses, including SMRTL/SmartLab testing of supplements and hair and nail studies by Dr. Pascal Kintz, supported accidental contamination.
  • Pregnenolone, which is not a prohibited substance, was identified as the source of interference, with detected levels described as extremely low and without performance benefit.
  • Munguía issued a statement asserting his innocence and asked that trainer Eddy Reynoso not be associated with the case, while reports indicate he could return to the ring in October or November.