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Claressa Shields Faces Suspension After Positive Cannabis Test

2/28/2025

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Claressa Shields, the reigning queen of women's boxing, is facing a potential suspension after testing positive for cannabis following her February 2 win. She argues that the result stemmed from secondhand smoke exposure. Meanwhile, the WBO has stepped in, granting her a temporary reprieve as she fights to clear her name and dodge penalties.

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Claressa Shields, the reigning queen of women's boxing, is facing a potential suspension after testing positive for cannabis following her February 2 win. She argues that the result stemmed from secondhand smoke exposure. Meanwhile, the WBO has stepped in, granting her a temporary reprieve as she fights to clear her name and dodge penalties.