Pinedo Reacts to Khaybulaev's Failed Drug Test

Jesus Pinedo expressed disappointment following news that Movlid Khaybulaev failed a drug test after their 2025 PFL featherweight final. Pinedo, who lost the fight, was surprised by Khaybulaev's endurance, which contrasted with his prior assessments of Khaybulaev's performance limitations. The failed test revealed the use of recombinant erythropoietin, a substance enhancing stamina, casting doubt on the fight's outcome. It remains uncertain if the fight result will be changed to a no contest. Pinedo, set to fight Salamat Isbulaev on February 7 in Dubai, conveyed his discontent with the situation, attributing the loss to Khaybulaev's unfair advantage.

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