Paulo Costa Defends Liver King Amid Steroids Controversy

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In a tweet, the Brazilian fighter Paulo Costa stepped up to defend the fitness influencer.

Saying that the only juice Liver King is getting is Costa's infamous "Secret Juice".

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Perhaps Costa feels the need to defend Liver King as he was in the same situation. Getting accused of taking steroids for his bouts.

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Paulo Costa Defends Liver King Amid Steroids Controversy

In a tweet, the Brazilian fighter Paulo Costa stepped up to defend the fitness influencer.

Saying that the only juice Liver King is getting is Costa's infamous "Secret Juice".

Perhaps Costa feels the need to defend Liver King as he was in the same situation. Getting accused of taking steroids for his bouts.

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