ACA president reveals doping widespread in league, short-notice fighters cleanest

ACA president Magomed Bubulatov candidly discussed doping issues in the league, stating that more fighters use performance-enhancing drugs than compete clean. He revealed that fighters who accept bouts on short notice are typically clean because they don't have time to use anything. The organization implemented a six-month window for fighters to clean their systems and allowed certain approved substances. However, Bubulatov acknowledged that doping control is expensive and would be more effective if Russian promotions worked together, though he considers that unlikely. The league is still deliberating on how to handle violators, with Bubulatov personally favoring one-year suspensions.