Marijuana exemption denied for Nate Diaz ahead of Jake Paul boxing bout

The fight between Diaz and Paul will occur in the American Airlines Arena in Dallas, Texas. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations will be the regulator of the contest, meaning both competitors will undergo drug testing by the TDLR and the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association. Marijuana testing will be a part of this.

In regards to marijuana, over the years, many fighters have been suspended for testing positive for using the drug, including Nate’s brother, Nick Diaz. As of late, states across the US have become slightly more relaxed about fighters using the drug, but in some places, it’s still strictly frowned upon.

Marijuana is a major part of both Diaz’s brother’s personas and way of life. Diaz has not shied away from his love for smoking. He even lit up a joint while a USADA testing agent was there to test him.

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“We will be working with VADA on testing prior to the fight and will be compliance with all VADA rules, as well as the rules and regulations set forth by TDLR,” Real Fight, Inc. President and Diaz’s manager Zach Rosenfield told High Times.

Team Diaz requested an exemption for his marijuana usage ahead of the fight with Paul, which was denied. It’s a high possibility Diaz will test positive and have to deal with the repercussions.