United Kingdom Anti-Doping (UKAD) has confirmed super bantamweight Kid Galahad, real name Barry Awad, has been suspended from all sports for two years following a positive test last year.
The 25 year-old was found to have illegal levels of a metabolite of stanozolol, an anabolic steroid, after being tested after his fight on 20 September, for which Galahad initially blamed his brother for spiking his drink as a joke.
Kid Galahad ban
Galahad has now been disqualified from his victory over Adeilson Dos Santos. The Sheffield fighter won on points to claim the IBF Youth title.
He has lost all monies gained from his purse for the bout at Ponds Forge Arena.
UKAD Chief Executive Nicole Sapstead has this to say to World Boxing News on the matter:
“Kid Galahad is one of the country’s leading boxing talents, and through his own actions, he has jeopardized his promising career and his reputation.
“All athletes, at all levels, need to understand the importance of Strict Liability. They are solely responsible for any banned substance that is found in their system.
“Regardless of how it got there or whether there was an intention to cheat or not.
Strict Liability
“The principle of Strict Liability can be challenging for an athlete.
“They have to ensure that they understand the anti-doping rules. Their family, friends, coaches, and athlete support personnel understand them.
“They need to be aware of the risks their career faces if they test positive, and manage that risk at all times.”
The Yorkshireman will be eligible to fight again in September 2016 upon the completion of his punishment.
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