Alvin Hines received a one-year suspension from the UFC following multiple failed drug tests for anabolic steroids and tamoxifen. He tested positive initially in June 2023 and again in July, with his suspension effective from July 11. Hines contended the substances were taken prior to joining the UFC but could have received a shorter sentence had he disclosed their use before his promotional debut. His cooperation during the investigation led to the reduction of his suspension from two years to one, allowing him to compete again in July 2026 if not released by the UFC.
Alvin Hines has been suspended for one year due to multiple failed drug tests showing anabolic steroids and tamoxifen, with cooperation leading to a lighter penalty.
Hines claimed he took banned substances before joining the UFC, which would have mitigated his punishment had he disclosed them earlier before his debut fight.
Hines was cooperative during the investigation, explaining his usage of substances, which contributed to reducing his suspension from two years to one.
The suspension for Hines takes effect as of July 11, 2023, allowing a return to competition in July 2026 if not released by UFC.
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