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Six competitors in Power Slap face penalties and revoked fights due to banned substances detected in their tests

Six Power Slap fighters have received suspensions and fines from the Nevada Athletic Commission for testing positive for banned substances, ranging from steroids to narcotics. Previously facing temporary suspensions, all six competitors have now been punished with full suspensions and fines, with some bouts overturned to no-contests. Jay Rivera, who competed in a slap fighting bout on March 11, was suspended for six months after … Continue reading Six competitors in Power Slap face penalties and revoked fights due to banned substances detected in their tests

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The use of banned substances, such as steroids and narcotics, by six Power Slap competitors in Nevada led to their suspension

Several Power Slap athletes in Nevada have been temporarily suspended by the Nevada Athletic Commission pending a full disciplinary hearing after testing positive for a variety of banned substances. Nevada Deputy Attorney General Joel Bekker listed out the complaints and the commission approved all suspensions extended until the resolution of the hearing. The following Power Slap athletes were suspended after drug testing revealed the use … Continue reading The use of banned substances, such as steroids and narcotics, by six Power Slap competitors in Nevada led to their suspension

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TBS has decided not to renew Dana White’s Power Slap for a second season

The experiment of Dana White’s Power Slap on TBS has come to an end. Nonetheless, the show has already found a new home. On Monday, representatives from Warner Media and TBS confirmed to news channels that the network will not be airing Power Slap following the first season finale. The reality show and competition series was launched on TBS in 2022 due to the popularity … Continue reading TBS has decided not to renew Dana White’s Power Slap for a second season

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“Power Slap” has been renewed for two additional seasons and will be hosted on Fight Island, as announced by Dana White.

Dana White has confirmed that Power Slap will continue for two additional seasons after the first season finale airs on Saturday at the UFC Apex. While there have been mixed opinions about the show, White believes that the strong viewership numbers warrant its continuation. The show will also have live events, including those on Fight Island. White boasted about the show’s success, citing its billion … Continue reading “Power Slap” has been renewed for two additional seasons and will be hosted on Fight Island, as announced by Dana White.

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The ex-chairman of NSAC admits to a wrongdoing by allowing Power Slap and expresses his dissatisfaction with the decision.

Former chairman of the Nevada State Athletic Commission, Stephen J. Cloobeck, has expressed regret for his involvement in sanctioning the Power Slap league. The announcement of the league by UFC President Dana White has raised concerns about the safety of the athletes involved as well as the potential popularity of the sport. Despite mixed reactions from mixed martial arts fans, Cloobeck and other members of … Continue reading The ex-chairman of NSAC admits to a wrongdoing by allowing Power Slap and expresses his dissatisfaction with the decision.

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According to Dana White, the reason why the Power Slap League has been subjected to attacks is because of his involvement with it.

The MMA community’s unfavorable response to Power Slap League hasn’t gone unnoticed by Dana White. On Saturday night, UFC Las Vegas will host a significant bantamweight contender bout between former champion Petr Yan and the rising Merab Dvalishvili. Meanwhile, the first season of White’s most recent side project, Power Slap League, will conclude at the UFC Apex facility that same evening. Despite concerns raised by … Continue reading According to Dana White, the reason why the Power Slap League has been subjected to attacks is because of his involvement with it.

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