Jon Jones, considered by many as one of the greatest talents in UFC, has had a career filled with both incredible successes and significant controversies.
His legacy is tarnished by various personal and professional issues that often overshadow his achievements in the octagon.
Key Incidents in Jon Jones' Career:
March 2011: UFC Light Heavyweight Champion
Achievement:
Jones wins the UFC light heavyweight title at UFC 128 at age 23, becoming the youngest champion in UFC history.
Known for stopping a thief on the day of the contest.
May 2012: First Major Vehicle Incident
Incident:
Crashed his Bentley into a traffic pole after a party; was with two women.
Refused a sobriety test, fined $1,000, and had his driver’s license suspended for six months.
August 2012: UFC 151 Cancellation
Controversy:
Refused to fight Chael Sonnen on short notice, leading to the cancellation of UFC 151.
This incident marked the beginning of a strained relationship with the UFC.
August-September 2014: Altercation with Daniel Cormier
Event:
Physical altercation at a UFC 178 press event in Las Vegas.
Fined $50,000 and sentenced to 40 hours of community service.
January 2015: Cocaine Metabolites
Issue:
Tested positive for cocaine metabolites before defeating Cormier.
Checked into rehab for 24 hours, fined $25,000 by the UFC.
April-October 2015: Felony Hit-and-Run
Incident:
Involved in a hit-and-run with a pregnant woman, fled the scene.
Stripped of his title, suspended, and given 18 months probation.
March 2016: Probation Violation
Incident:
Arrested for probation violation after receiving five tickets for drag racing.
Required to attend anger management and driving classes.
July-December 2016: USADA Drug Test Violation
Controversy:
Failed a drug test prior to UFC 200, resulting in removal from main event.
Claimed banned substances came from contaminated sexual aids; received a one-year ban.
July-September 2017: Return and Another Failed Drug Test
Event:
Defeated Cormier at UFC 214, viewed as a redemption.
Failed another drug test (steroid Turinabol); stripped of title again.
February 2018: License Revocation
Development:
California Athletic Commission revoked his license.