Source: U.S. Swimmer Tests Positive For Banned Substance
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Updated: 8:15 AM Jul 24, 2008
Source: U.S. Swimmer Tests Positive For Banned Substance
Find out what Olympic events Jessica Hardy may miss out on because of the test.
Posted: 7:40 AM Jul 24, 2008
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Jessica Hardy's first trip to the Olympics could be over before it begins.

The 21-year-old American swimmer was expected to be a medal threat in the 100 breast, and to play an important part on the 400 free relay, and possibly the 400 medley relay.

But a person familiar with drug test results tells The Associated Press that Hardy's "A" sample from the U.S. Olympic trials tested positive for a banned stimulant. That would leave her just two weeks to pursue any appeals.

A USA Swimming spokeswoman isn't commenting, but Hardy's agent says she denies taking anything. He says he's heard conflicting reports and calls the test results confusing.

If Hardy does appeal and loses, the U.S. would not be allowed to replace her on the roster.

Copyright 2009 by The Associated Press. All Rights Reserved.


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Posted by: swimmer myself Location: goldsboro on Jul 24, 2008 at 08:13 PM

Innocent until proven guilty! End of that!
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