Parker's Pass: Blame Shifting and Cocaine Contamination in Boxing The world of professional boxing has long been marred by accusations of doping and corruption.
Joseph Parker's claim that a failed drug test, which led to his suspension from the sport, was caused by exposure to cocaine used by his nutritionist raises more questions than answers about the responsibility of athletes and their entourages.
Parker's defense is a classic example of blame shifting, where the athlete attempts to deflect attention from their own actions or lack thereof by pointing fingers at others.