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The UFC heavyweight had been training in Las Vegas prior to Nov. 17 but left the country on that date to support his mother in Holland, who had been previously diagnosed with cancer.
In an exclusive interview with ESPN.com, Overeem discussed the effect these issues have had on his preparations for the fight and how he’s handled ongoing accusations of steroid use.
Q: How have these matters -- your mother’s condition, the relocation of your camp, the issues with the commission -- affected your ability to properly train for this fight?
A: As far as training is concerned, I feel good. I’ve put in the work. The conditioning is there. I started on time with the preparation. This camp has been hectic, but as a champion, you need to deal with these issues. No complaining.
Q: Were you aware, when you signed the contract for this fight, that Nevada tests athletes out of competition and it was possible you would have to submit a urine test months out from the fight?
Source: ESPN (blog)