USADA's Split from UFC Over McGregor Testing Controversy Sparks Fighter Reactions
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The U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) has announced its split from the UFC starting January 1, 2024, following a disagreement over the handling of Conor McGregor's drug testing. USADA wanted McGregor to spend at least six months in the drug-testing pool before competing again, but the UFC suggested he could fight sooner. USADA's CEO, Travis Tygart, cited concerns for fighters' health and safety as the reason for the split, emphasizing the importance of a fair playing field. The UFC had hired USADA to run its anti-doping program in 2015.
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