April 3, 2008 Coachz in my opinion your scepticism is natural considering the absence of responsible reporting by the media. The way this story came to the public attention in Ireland is appalling. The national television broadcaster (RTE) finally had a handle on how to communicate this story in a balanced way by the 11pm news yesterday evening. In my opinion from experience Swim Ireland, The Irish Olympic Sports Council and the media should be able to handle due process in a professional and responsible way. It is unfortunate for Andrew and future Irish professional swimmers that they will be subjected to a legacy of "more irish hyjinkx" without the evidence/findings of a formal investigation/hearing. He took a test and failed. In the absence of information there is scandal, doubt and speculation. That is par for the course. In reflection, I am happy at this time to give Andrew the benefit of the doubt and to wait and see the outcome of the formal investigation focusing on the facts.
Submitted by: Swimspectator

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