For the first time since the former UFC heavyweight champion was notified by the USADA of a potential anti-doping violation for the diuretic Hydrochlorothiazide, which can also be used as a PED masking agent, dos Santos addressed the controversy in a video post on his verified Twitter account.
“Hi, everyone. I’m here at home, and look, I’m not here to give an explanation,” dos Santos said. “Soon, everything will be clear to all of you and no doubts – truth will prevail. I’m here in respect for all of you guys. I just want to say that this situation is very tough for me, my team and my family.