Derrick Lewis' UFC 324 Prep: What's Really Going On?

Derrick Lewis, the heavyweight knockout artist, is back in action at UFC 324. But this time, there's a lot of talk about what he's been using to get ready. Lewis recently said the UFC gave him some special stuff to help him perform better. But the UFC quickly said that's not true. They clarified that Lewis was talking about something else entirely. The UFC said they didn't give him any banned substances. Instead, they said Lewis was talking about something called peptides, which are not allowed. But Lewis was actually talking about something else that is allowed. Lewis is 41 years old, but he's still a force to be reckoned with. He's currently ranked 8th in the heavyweight division. His last two fights were impressive wins. He knocked out Tallison Teixeira in just 35 seconds. And he also stopped Rodrigo Nascimento in the third round. If he wins at UFC 324, he could make another run for the heavyweight title.But there's more to this story. The UFC's drug testing policy has been in the spotlight lately. Mohammed Usman recently got a 30-month suspension for failing a drug test. This has made people wonder about the UFC's stance on performance-enhancing substances. Lewis' comments only added to the confusion. But the UFC has been clear: they don't allow banned substances. UFC 324 is a big deal. It's the first event under the UFC's new deal with Paramount. The main event features Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett fighting for the interim lightweight title. But the card took a hit when Kayla Harrison vs. Amanda Nunes was canceled. Still, there are plenty of exciting fights to look forward to. Lewis is fighting Waldo Cortes-Acosta at UFC 324. If he wins, it will be his third straight victory. That's a big deal for a fighter his age. But it's not just about the wins. It's about what he's using to get there. The UFC has been clear: they don't allow banned substances. But the conversation around Lewis' performance raises questions about what's really going on behind the scenes.