UFC heavyweight prospect Hamdy Abdelwahab no longer has a promotional win on his resume. Friday, UFC anti-doping partner USADA announced Abdelwahab (3-0 MMA, 0-0 UFC) recently was suspended for two years after he tested positive twice for anabolic agent methenolone and its metabolites. He also was flagged for a tampering violation. “Abdelwahab did not declare the use of methenolone on his onboarding declaration forms and did not establish a compelling justification for his failure to do so,” a USADA announcement said. “Based on USADA’s investigation, it was determined that Abdelwahab used the prohibited substance and knew of his obligation to declare it.” The positive tests stemmed from a split decision win over Don’Tale Mayes (9-4 MMA, 2-2 UFC) at UFC 277 in July.
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