Cyborg Santos Tests Positive for Anabolic Steroid

Women’s MMA superstar Cristiane “Cyborg” Santos failed a pre-fight drug test and has been stripped of her Strikeforce title.

Cyborg reportedly tested positive for stanozolol — an anabolic steroid — during a urine test carried out by CSAC.

The news has turned women’s MMA upside down, as Cyborg is a pound-for-pound best in a relatively shallow talent pool.

Here is what CSAC Executive Officer George Dodd had to say in an official statement:

“Our primary concern is for the health and safety of fighters. Anabolic agents and other banned substances put not only the users of those agents at risk, but their opponents as well. The commission simply will not tolerate their use.”

Strikeforce CEO Scott Coker also released a statement following the announcement:

“STRIKEFORCE has not seen the test results regarding Ms. Santos. However, we have a consistent and strong stance against any use of performance-enhancing drugs. We also have a long history of supporting effective drug testing of athletes by authorized regulatory bodies. Therefore, we will closely monitor the matter and will work with the California State Athletic Commission regarding any information we may be asked to provide. We also recognize that Ms. Santos has administrative process rights under California law and we hope that she is not prejudged before she has the opportunity to exercise such rights.”

There have been countless rumors and speculation regarding Cyborg’s possible PED use — and even if she appeals, MMA fans are already jumping off the bandwagon.