Anthony Joshua addresses uncertainty over Tyson Fury drug testing

Anthony Joshua is perplexed by Tyson Fury's late enrollment in Vada drug testing, but he firmly believes the British fighter was not "on a cycle." The 38-year-old Fury joined the testing pool on Monday ahead of their highly anticipated clash, following Joshua's urging. Fury has a history of doping, having received a backdated two-year suspension in 2017 after testing positive for a banned substance.

Despite this, Joshua does not harbor any doubts about Fury's clean status. He maintains that Fury was not on performance-enhancing drugs, stating, "I don’t think he was on a cycle, but I just don’t know what took him so long to sign up." Joshua explains that he has witnessed fighters with positive doping tests, like his bout with Robert Helenius, who allegedly had drugs in his gloves.

He emphasizes that his investment in anti-doping regulations stems from his Olympic experience and the importance of maintaining the system. Joshua adds that he does not judge Fury for his past transgressions and refuses to attach an asterisk to his opponent's career. He concludes by reiterating his concern for Fury's clean status in the ring, which was a major concern for the match.