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Cyborg Santos, who tested positive for steroids in her last with match with Hiroko Yamanaka, made a formal apology on Facebook Saturday to account for her actions.

“I would like to sincerely apologize to StrikeForce, the Zuffa organization, Hioko Yamanaka and my fans for my failed drug test. I am ultimately responsible for everything I put in my body, and at the end of the day, there is no excuse for having a prohibited substance in my system.”

“I do not condone the use of any performance enhancing drugs by myself or any other professional athlete, and willingly accept the penalties and fines that have been handed down to me by the California State Athletic Commission and those of the StrikeForce/Zuffa organization.”

“While I was preparing myself for my last fight I was having a difficult time cutting weight and used a dietary supplement that I was assured was safe and not prohibited from use in sports competition. It was never my intention to obtain an unfair advantage over Hiroko, mislead StrikeForce, the Commission or my fans. I train harder than any fighter in MMA and do not need drugs to win in the cage, and I have proven this time and time again!”

“My only mistake is not verifying the diet aid with my doctor beforehand, and understanding that it was not approved for use in the ring. Unfortunately in the end I suffer the consequences and must accept the responsibility for my actions. I will do everything I can to show my fans that I can still compete at the professional level without the use of any prohibited substances, and ask God’s forgiveness for my mistake.”

With the statement, it is looking like Cyborg will not be appealing the ruling, which means the 145 division is now dead in Strikeforce; at least for the time being. Unless Julia Budd can cut to 135, which seems unlikely, expect her to be cut from the roster. Most of the other 145 pounders have already dropped to 135; including #2 featherweight Ronda Rousey.

Only time will tell if Zuffa will take her back after her year’s suspension; and if her fans and the fighters will accept her apology.

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