Nate Marquardt points to testosterone replacement therapy as the reason for his suspension and firing

Nate Marquardt pointed to testosterone replacement therapy and high levels of testosterone in his system as the reasons he was suspended by the Pennsylvania State Athletic Commission, dropped from the main event at UFC on Versus 4 and subsequently fired by the UFC.

Marquardt stated his case to AOL on Ariel Helwani's show.

Bloody Elbow's Mike Fagan had a rundown of the conversation.

[1:06 p.m. ET] [...] Nate says he wasn't cleared to fight because of a situation he's dealt with since August. Feeling sluggish, horrible. Memory was off. Doctor did tests, which came back for low testosterone.

He went on testosterone therapy. Went to the UFC to discuss it. He went on treatment. Was on treatment until the first of this year. Applied for therapeutic-use exemption for fight against Dan Miller. Commission allowed it, but they wanted Nate to do tests after fight. Go off treatment for 8 weeks and take blood tests. Nate claims he went off treatment, took the three blood tests. Results came back and doctor wrote letter that said Nate had low testosterone and was a candidate for treatment.

Just three weeks before the Story, Marquardt then made the strange move of going back on TRT fight saying his doctor wanted more to go with a more aggressive approach.

[...] Nate took treatment for two weeks. Took a blood test to make sure he was within normal range, but that test came back high (out of range). Nate started to panic.

Nate admits he should have requested testing earlier from his doctor. Nate took several tests the week of the fight, which showed his levels falling, but still above acceptable range. Close by weigh-in, but still above. At that point, the Pennsylvania commission told him he wouldn't be able to fight, put on suspension.

Nate took another blood test on the day of the fight, and his levels were within proper range.

(His manager Lex) McMahon notes that Marquardt didn't do anything that wasn't communicated to the UFC, athletic commissions.

Marquardt explained why he went on TRT.

[...] Nate runs through symptoms: sluggish, no energy, poor memory, etc. Talks about other tests they ran: brain scans, mono test, blood test for other hormones. Nate runs through list of possible reasons: genetic, problem with testicles, pituitary gland problem. But Nate isn't sure why he personally has low testosterone.

According to Fagan, Marquardt got a little emotional

[1:17 p.m.] I'm not a doctor, but I need to take responsibility. I'm the one fighting, not my doctor. I'm the one in the main event. I'm the one that messed up. Nate choking up at this point.

Marquardt says he was approved while on TRT for his March fight against Dan Miller at UFC 128 in New Jersey.

Nate said he received a letter around January/February that said the NJSACB received his TUE, that his application seemed incomplete, that his treatment was not USADA approved. Nate explains his doctor was using an "off-label" medication. [...] Nate says his levels were within range for the Miller fight. When he went off to meet the NJSACB requirements -- three blood tests and eight weeks off treatment -- he was off for 10-11 weeks before he restarted.

Nate explains he felt even worse after going off treatment. He explains that his mood improved after starting treatment, may have saved his marriage.

Marquardt explained that this issue probably arose because he switched from taking pills to straight testosterone injections before UFC on Versus 4.

Nate laments not taking blood test after first injection. Nate was nervous about taking testosterone injections, wishes he hadn't in retrospect.

[...] Nate said he's talked to different doctors, who have recommended different things. Says he needs to do more research.

[...] Nate said he wants to go back to the oral medication if he can. He doesn't know his plan going forward, however.

[...]  McMahon says when New Jersey said doctors forms were incomplete, using treatment not approved by USADA, it should have been an indication for the team. Nate says he won't be using that doctor going forward.

Last week was incredibly hectic for Marquardt. Just 15 minutes before the weigh-in, he found out from the PSAC that his testosterone levels were still too high.

Marquardt hopes the UFC will change its mind.

Throughout today's conversation, the word transparent was used to describe how much the UFC was kept in the loop. That's where the confusion lies. It still seems by the reaction of Dana White and the UFC, that they were blindsided by this on Saturday.

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UFC 132 picks videos: Lots of betting steam on Cruz over Faber

Urijah Faber may think Dominick Cruz is a mental wreck and jealous of him, but the betting public isn't buy that the champ is in jeopardy tonight. The betting on the main event of UFC 132, has mostly one-sided. Cruz opened as a minus-140 favorite and has blown up to minus-175.

It looks like bettors are looking for value in some of the undercards fights. Heavy favorites George Sotiropoulos, Melvin Guillard and Denis Siver have all come down. Matt Wiman has attracted a lot of attention. His fight with Siver has moved 30 cents.

UFC 132 betting odds (Courtesy Venetian Casino, Hotel & Resort Las Vegas)

Urijah Faber (+135) vs. Dominick Cruz (-175) - UFC bantamweight title

Chris Leben (+150) vs. Wanderlei Silva (-180) - Middleweight

Tito Ortiz (+350) vs. Ryan Bader (-500) - Light heavyweight

Carlos Condit (-110) vs. Dong Hyun Kim (-120) - Welterweight

Matt Wiman (-105) vs. Denis Siver (-115) - Lightweight

Shane Roller (+225) vs. Melvin Guillard (-275) - Lightweight

Rafael dos Anjos (+185) vs. George Sotiropoulos (-225) - Lightweight

Takeyu Mizugaki (+270) vs. Brian Bowles (-330) - Bantamweight

Brad Tavares (+200) vs. Aaron Simpson (-250) - Middleweight

Andre Winner (Even) vs. Anthony Njokuani (-130) - Lightweight

Jeff Hougland +170 vs. Donny Walker (-200) - Bantamweight

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Ten Days After Latest KO Loss, Wanderlei Silva Still Mum on Fighting Future

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In the aftermath of Wanderlei Silva's knockout loss at UFC 132, we were told the end was likely near for the proud Brazilian fighter. UFC president Dana White seemingly made the decision that Silva's UFC career was at least over, saying that it was "probably the end of the road for Wanderlei," and that he was going to have to "Chuck Liddell him into it," referencing his recent coaxing of Liddell into retirement.

But the one person we have yet to hear from is Silva himself, who has said little publicly since suffering his sixth loss in his last eight fights.

When contacted by MMA Fighting, Silva's manager Rob Cardenas offered no comment about Silva's future, other than to say that any word about it will come from Silva himself.

"Wand is taking time with his family at this point, and when he is ready to issue a statement and/or speak, he will likely do so through his website," Cardenas said.

Currently, Silva is in Brazil for a 10-day vacation, spending time with family and friends he no longer gets to see very often since moving full-time to the United States. In addition, he has a daughter named Rafaela from a previous relationship that lives in a Brazil and will be celebrating her 15th birthday during his visit.

Surrounded by loved ones, perhaps Silva will begin to ponder the possibility of retirement, or perhaps be swayed into competing again. He really hasn't tipped his hand either way, though at least one of his recent Twitter postings might point towards the 35-year-old hoping to continue on with his fight career.

"The true warrior never surrenders," he wrote. "Carry [sic] his cross and never gives up."

The concern about Silva's future comes not only about him losing, but how. In four of his most recent six losses, he's been knocked unconscious. The most recent came on July 2, when Chris Leben finished him in just 27 seconds, the fastest defeat of his career.

For a fighter who was legitimately TKO'd only once in his first 38 professional fights, there has to be concern that it's a trend, as well as for the possible long-term damage he could sustain from brain injury.

For now, White and Silva have yet to meet. In the past, White has been persuaded for one last chance by several fighters, including the aforementioned Liddell, along with Mirko Cro Cop and Tito Ortiz.

Prior to his fight with Leben, Silva spoke to reporters about his physical style and the toll it has taken on his body over the years. The question was asked if he could keep being the same old fighter and stick around for much longer.

"That's a good question," Silva said then. "I'll try."

Days later, it's still a good question, and one with an even murkier answer.

 

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VX-2000 For Sale $1200

I am selling my video camera because I haven't used it in a long time and I figure someone else can get a lot more use out of it than I can. Everything is listed below. All the Mostly Skateboarding montages where filmed with this camera. there are a few scratches on the camera and lens body, but the glass is perfect and everything with the camera is in fine working order. I had the camera serviced back in 2007 by Video Electronics and have probably only shot three tapes since. I have taken good care of this camera. I have all the original packaging for the Century .3X fisheye. It is a good camera with a lot of life left in it. I'm asking $1200 for it. Listed below is everything included. email me if you are interested. (templeton.elliott (at) gmail.com)


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NP-F750 Battery
Bescor Video Light and Battary
1 Sony Premium Tape
1 Dynex Head Cleaner
1 Sony 4-pin to 4-pin Firewire cable
1 Lowepro Phototrekker Classic bag.
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KTM Freeride Coming 2012 ? Cheaper than ?10,000

As we reported back in March, KTM’s electric dirt bike is coming closer and closer to being ready for consumers, and now information has come out that it will be a 2012 model from the Austrian company. This information is in-line with a November EICMA debut that we’ve been hearing, but perhaps the most tantalizing news we’ve heard is the bike’s sub-?10,000 price tag in the EU. This would put the KTM Freeride (oh man, ...

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UFC on Versus 4?s Three Stars: Kongo, Brenneman and Lauzon

The UFC's first trip into Pittsburgh was upended at the last minute because of Nate Marquardt's failed physical, but still had a wild main event to cap off an interesting evening of fights. Who stood out?

No. 1 star -- Cheick Kongo: An eight-month layoff from fighting due to injuries didn't slow the Frenchman, as Kongo scored a comeback knockout that will go down in UFC history. It earned him an extra $50,000 in a Knockout of the Night bonus.

No. 2 star -- Charlie Brenneman: Being prepared paid off for "The Spaniard." After his bout with T.J. Grant was called off at the last minute, he stayed ready to fight. It paid off, as he was the UFC's savior after the Marquardt fiasco. He seized the moment, using his wrestling to dominate an unprepared Rick Story in front of Brenneman's home crowd.

No. 3 star -- Joe Lauzon: Apparently, Lauzon had plans for Sunday night because he took out Curt Warburton with a quickness. He showed off a well-rounded game, knocking down Warburton with punches, then turned him into an unwilling contortionist with a kimura.

Who were your Three Stars from the event? Speak your mind in the comments or on Facebook.

Photo via Combat Lifestyle

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Rossi?s opinion of the Lorenzo negotiations

This quote comes from the Spanish language website elmundodeportivo.es. The message and the sentiment are clear: “You aren’t worth what I get paid Jorge”. From elmundodeportive.es, translation by Fans.Moto.GP (Thanks!): What Jorge is looking for seems presumptuous to me: Arrive at Yamaha, and in his second year ask that he be given the same treatment [...]

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Who Had the Better AMA Superbike Racing Debut: The KTM 1190 RC8 R or the Erik Buell Racing 1190RS?

Mid-Ohio is a great destination if you’re looking to do a track day (we’d recommend riding with these guys), and Mid-Ohio is an even better place to leave if you don’t have a motorcycle with you. However, once a year, the Buckeye State redeems itself by playing host to an AMA Pro Racing weekend. The AMA Superbike races at Mid-Ohio were extra special this year, as KTM debuted Chris Fillmore on its factory-backed KTM 1190 RC8 ...

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