Carrickfergus, United Kingdom (PressExposure) September 21, 2010 -- According to some reports, Chael Sonnen has failed a drug test. It should be noted that the these allegations are in the early stage of developments and a statement has not been issued by Chael Sonnen or his management.
These reports for Chael Sonnen's failed drug test comes from a post-fight drug test after the UFC 117. The UFC is a mixed martial arts (MMA) fighting competition were fighters of different fighting styles come together to fight.
UFC president Dana White made a statement claiming that the UFC spends millions of dollars a year, to fight against the use of performance enhancing drugs. Dana claimed that the money is spent on conferences and advice for it's athletes, plus other methods of prevention.
Chael Sonnen put in a great performance against Anderson Silva at the UFC 117, where he almost beat the current belt holder and one of the best fighters of all time. Chael Sonnen was winning comfortably against Silva, until Silva beat him with a triangle choke to snatch a late victory.
Chael Sonnen was still one of the top contenders to get another fight with Silva and get another chance at the title. After failing a drug test, Chael Sonnen would be fined and suspended from MMA for a year.
Chael Sonnon is one of many top level athletes to fail a drug test, which is becoming more common with modern sports.