THE STORY
In 2012, Julio César Chávez Jr. faced significant challenges with weight management, notably during his WBC middleweight title defense against Sergio Martínez on September 15, 2012, at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. Chávez Jr. weighed in at 158 pounds, appearing severely weight-drained, while Martínez weighed 159 pounds. After the fight, Chávez Jr. tested positive for marijuana, leading to a suspension and a $20,000 fine from the WBC. These issues adversely affected his boxing career and reputation.
WHY IT MATTERS
Chávez Jr.'s weight management issues and subsequent positive drug test in 2012 had lasting repercussions on his boxing career, leading to suspensions, fines, and a tarnished reputation.