Claressa Shields' Suspension Lifted, Further Sanctions Possible

Claressa Shields' suspension by the Michigan Unarmed Combat Commission for a positive marijuana test has been lifted, allowing her to continue competing. Despite the resolution of her suspension, the commission has not dismissed potential enforcement actions, meaning Shields could still face further penalties. The suspension followed her undisputed heavyweight championship win on February 2 against Danielle Perkins. Shields and her team argue that the positive test was due to trace levels of marijuana, possibly from second-hand smoke exposure. Shields has publicly expressed relief at her unsuspension but highlighted that the formal complaint against her remains unresolved. Her promoter and legal team maintain her adherence to high standards of integrity and professionalism in the sport.