C. Sonnen (photo) was caught twice in a row taking anti-doping tests. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC
As it is an organization of submission, and therefore not subject to regulation by the Athletic Commissions, Metamoris was considered neutral ground for Chael Sonnen to act after his suspension due to two doping episodes in the first half of 2014 and subsequent retirement from professional MMA. However, the North American's situation could change drastically if the Nevada Athletic Commission goes ahead with its plan to fine Sonnen US$250 (R$565) if he faces Brazilian André Galvão in the fourth edition of the event. grapple.
According to specialized press reports in the United States, the intention of the combat sports regulatory body in the state of Nevada, which caught Sonnen in surprise tests twice before UFC 175, is to apply punishment for the failure in anti-doping tests and subsequent violation of suspension. Sonnen's team's claim is that the grapple is outside the jurisdiction of the commission and therefore the embargo would not apply. The fighter had even hired Ross Goodman, famous for working on high-profile cases in Las Vegas, to represent him.
At 37, Chael Sonnen has a professional record of 28 wins, 14 losses and one draw. As he prepared to face Wanderlei Silva at UFC 175, held last July, Sonnen was caught in two surprise doping tests and announced his retirement from MMA even before any official decision by regulatory bodies was released. Despite what happened, Chael was announced as the protagonist of the main fight of the Metamoris 4 event, which takes place next Friday (08) in Los Angeles (USA).
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