Alycia Baumgardner Cleared of Doping Charges, Set for Comeback Fight

After a tumultuous year battling doping allegations and personal loss, Baumgardner returns to the ring to defend her title against Delfine Persoon.

Alycia Baumgardner tested positive for mesterolone and methenolone acetate metabolites before her July 2023 fight but was later cleared of intentional doping.
Despite initial positive tests, subsequent tests around the same period came back negative, adding complexity to the case.
The WBC's investigation concluded there was no conclusive evidence of intentional ingestion, resulting in a probation rather than a suspension.
Baumgardner also presented independent test results showing no traces of banned substances, bolstering her claims of innocence.
In addition to the doping controversy, Baumgardner has been coping with the recent death of her father, who was a significant influence in her boxing career.