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On February 4, Fremont, Ohio-born Alycia Baumgardner became the undisputed Super Featherweight champion early this year. Five months later, she returned for a title defense against the Greek Christina Linardatou, who, five years ago, handed ‘The Bomb’ her first career loss. But this time, the American boxer returned the favor, winning the match in Detroit unanimously. But misfortune struck when, roughly a month later, reports showed that she had failed one of the drug tests before the Linardatou match.

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Reportedly, she tested positive for a sample dated July 12. However, for the ones pertaining to July 15 and 16, the results turned negative. In a statement shared over social media, she denied anything to do with the banned substances. She said, “Two substances I’ve never heard of or used in any way.” Hence, amidst all these developments, it surprised many fans when they came across a clip of Baumgardner back in the ring. As expected, a few scoffers found an opportunity to field their doubts.

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‘The Bomb,’ Alycia Baumgardner drops in again!

Lauding Alycia Baumgardner, the following user mentioned that most get frustrated when they learn about their inability to win. Baumgardner is not only gifted; she is diligent as well. Hence, she is an undisputed champion.

The following fan called Baumgardner the ‘Greatest of All Time (GOAT)’ and mentioned that naysayers couldn’t obstruct her. Hence, she should continue with her excellent work.

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This fan, who considers himself a big Baumgardner fan, seems awed by the video. He applauded her moves and mentioned that she’s got so much strength in those arms of hers.

The following user finds it surprising that all those calling for rigorous action against drug cheats haven’t uttered a single word against Alycia Baumgardner’s failed drug tests.

On a funny note, this fan believes the trainer seems to enjoy the workout more than his student.

Many leading female boxers have shared their views on the controversy. Otherwise, regarding the fights, the WBA has instructed Alycia Baumgardner and Hyun Mi Choi to proceed with a mandatory title bout. The two had a fight scheduled earlier, but it caved in because the Korean Super Featherweight sought medical relief. Hence, the body declared her a ‘champion in recess.’

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Who do you rate, pound-for-pound, as the best female boxer of all time? Please share your thoughts and views with us in the comments below.

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Jaideep R. Unnithan is a Senior Boxing Writer at EssentiallySports and one of the division’s most trusted voices. Since joining in October 2022, he has brought a deep love for the sport into every story, whether reporting on live bouts with the ES LiveEvent Desk or unpacking the legacy of fighters from different eras as part of the features desk. Trained under EssentiallySports’ prestigious Journalistic Excellence Program, which is a specialized training initiative designed to refine top writers' skills through mentorship and advanced sports journalism techniques, Jaideep’s writing reflects a quiet authority shaped by two years of covering boxing’s flashpoints and fault lines. He is drawn to the warrior code of legends like Alexis Argüello and Marvin Hagler, while also staying attuned to the promise of rising stars like Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez, David Benavidez, and Dmitry Bivol. Jaideep has a special fascination with Naoya Inoue’s old-school grit. Beyond writing, he reads widely, a habit that sharpens his storytelling, whether he’s tracing the rhythm of a classic fight or preparing his next ringside dispatch. Before joining EssentiallySports, Jaideep worked as a client manager and team manager in corporate roles, bringing strong organizational and communication skills to his journalistic career. He has also completed notable certifications, including a Non-Fiction Book Writing Workshop.

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