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Harry Davies

Slap-fighter who was badly knocked out hit with nine-month cocaine ban

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Jon Kennedy has become the first competitor in the new Power Slap League to be suspended after testing positive for cocaine.

Kennedy, 37, was suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission after testing positive for the recreational drug following a slap-fighting match which took place last November. Cocaine use is prohibited for all athletes competing in Power Slap, a slap-fighting league launched by UFC boss Dana White.

As a result of his nine-month suspension, Kennedy will not be allowed to compete until August 30. He will also have to pay a £125 fine along with £270 in prosecution fees. Kennedy's last slap-fighting match aired on February 1, but was pre-recorded, as he was knocked out by Jon Davis.

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