On Tuesday news broke that Antonio “Bigfoot” Silva had failed his UFC Fight Night 33 post-fight drug test.
Antonio “Bigfoot” Silva says failed drug test “mistake was not made by him”
MMAJunkie.com learned of the failed drug test from multiple sources close to the event.
Following the announcement, Silva took to his official Facebook page to clarify the situation.
Clarification: Months before my fight I looked for the UFC doctor Marcio Tannure in Brazil so I could start the hormonal replacement “TRT” which was authorized and recognized by a professional. I started the treatment and 2 weeks before my fight I did all the exams required by the UFC. My testosterone level continued to be low so I was recommended by the doctor to increase the dosage. Unfortunately my level increased too much and caused me to suspend. I only did what was recommended by someone trained who understands about the subject therefore it was not my mistake. I’m cool because I know that the mistake was not made by me,I never tried doing anything wrong for my fight.
In the UFC Fight Night 33 main event, Silva and Mark Hunt went to battle in a five-round war. The two were a bloody mess when the fight came to an end and it was officially declared a draw. Both men were awarded $50,000 for ‘Fight of the Night’ honors, however following the failed drug test, Silva has lost both his bonus and the fight will be changed to a no-contest.
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