UFC announced today that Gilbert Melendez tested positive for testosterone in his 6/13 fight with Eddie Alvarez, that he lost. Because this took place before 7/1, when the new policy goes into effect, Melendez has been suspended for one year.
Melendez was supposed to fight Al Iaquinta on 7/15 in San Diego. The company is looking for a new opponent for Iaquinta.
“I did not inject anything, but I am responsible and accept the consequences for the results,” said Melendez in a statement by UFC. “I will make sure I am better educated about the products I use and their implications. Going forward, I will ensure no products I use will contain banned substances. I am sincerely apologetic to everyone who supports me, including my fans, sponsors and the UFC.”
