ACA president reveals most fighters use banned substances in the league

ACA president Magomed Bubulatov candidly discussed the promotion's doping situation in an interview with Ushatayka. Bubulatov revealed that more fighters use performance-enhancing drugs than compete clean, and that fighters accepting bouts on short notice are typically the cleanest because "they don't have time to apply anything." He explained that ACA began implementing doping controls, giving fighters six months to clear their systems while allowing certain therapeutic substances. The testing program has proven expensive, and Bubulatov suggested Russian promotions should unite to share costs, though he doubts this cooperation will happen. He is considering one-year suspensions for violators but has not yet decided on final penalties. The president acknowledged that ACA alone cannot solve Russia's PED problem due to the financial burden of comprehensive testing.