McGregor suspended 18 months for missed tests

Conor McGregor, the former UFC champion, has received an 18-month suspension from the UFC's anti-doping program, Combat Sports Anti-Doping (CSAD). The suspension is a result of McGregor's failure to comply with the program's testing requirements, which involves regular testing of athletes to ensure they are not using prohibited substances. The suspension is effective retroactively from January 2022, meaning that McGregor will be eligible to compete again in the UFC in July 2023. This suspension comes at a critical time for McGregor, who has been out of the octagon since his loss to Dustin Poirier in July 2021. The suspension will prevent him from competing for a significant period, potentially impacting his future plans and opportunities within the UFC. The decision by CSAD highlights the importance of the anti-doping program in maintaining the integrity of the sport and ensuring a level playing field for all athletes. The suspension serves as a reminder to all fighters of the importance of compliance with the program's requirements.