Jon Jones speaks out for the first time after new doping: 'Blessed'

Jones spoke for the first time after the doping scandal (Photo: Reproduction/Youtube)

Six days after being caught in yet another anti-doping test, Jon JonesFinally, he spoke publicly. Without talking specifically about the case, 'Bones, through his official Twitter account, stated that he is 'blessed', despite all the problems and controversies involving his name.

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“Times like these remind me how blessed I truly am. Much to be thankful for”, wrote the fighter.

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Last week, USADA, the body responsible for carrying out anti-doping tests on UFC athletes, came to Jones' defense, stating that the athlete is innocent until proven guilty. Dana White, president of Ultimate, was more pessimistic, even fearing that the 'Bones' career has come to an end.

Jon Jones

At 30, Jon Jones He has a professional record of 22 wins and just one loss, in a highly contested disqualification for an illegal elbow. Leader of the UFC's weight-for-pound rankings, he is the youngest champion in the organization's history and considered by many to be the greatest fighter of all time. However, problems outside of competitions hinder the athlete's career.

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Jones confessed to being cocaine addict and was arrested for run over a pregnant woman and run away of the place because it is drug effect. At the time, the UFC took away his belt and suspended him until the case was judged and he was sentenced to probation and serve mandatory services. UFC president, Dana White, even revealed, when reinstating the fighter to the roster of athletes, That would be your last chance.