ACA president reveals extensive PED use among fighters, testing challenges

ACA president Magomed Bubulatov candidly discussed performance-enhancing drug use in his promotion during an interview. He revealed that more fighters test positive for banned substances than test clean, and noted that replacement fighters on short notice are typically clean because they haven't had time to use anything. Bubulatov explained that drug testing is expensive and suggested Russian promotions should unite efforts, though he believes this is unlikely. The promotion gave fighters six months to clean their systems and allowed some therapeutic substances, but enforcement and potential suspensions remain under consideration. He noted that publicizing the list of violators to fans is being considered but questioned whether it's necessary.