Two-weight world champion Lawrence Okolie (23-1, 17 KOs) has returned an adverse finding following a VADA test before his April 25 heavyweight fight against Tony Yoka.
Reports have indicated that the finding was for GHRP-2 and its M8 metabolite—a substance used to stimulate the body’s release of growth hormone. Queensberry Promotions noted that they were informed of the result late Monday night and will provide a definitive update on the event’s status “in due course.” Okolie was quick to address the situation via Instagram, hinting the finding may be due to a medical treatment for a recurring injury. Okolie currently holds the WBO’s #1 spot, meaning a win secures him a mandatory shot against unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk. Okolie had this to say.
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