Cheater MMA fighter vs Sport Commission

Quote from John Freeman on January 23, 2021, 9:21 am

Context:

Chael Sonnen is a famous MMA/UFC fighter. Apparently he used performance-enhancing drugs, he's been caught and now trialed for this some sport commission.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wUh5MIO02c4

My interpretation

1. He was brave and held up his character when he admitted his faults: this actually gave him power
2. He was too submissive after that because he's been guilt-tripped by the commission to get what they wanted from him. He kind of wasted the power earned by his earlier honesty.

I would have negotiated for a 1 year suspension. Just asking honestly if it would be possible to get a reduction of sentence for first offense and honest contrition.

What is your interpretation?