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Swim chiefs accept Michael Phelps' drug apology
05.02.09
FINA, swimming's global governing body, insist Michael Phelps retains their "confidence and admiration" after he expressed remorse for being pictured apparently using drugs.
Although the he stopped short of admitting to smoking cannabis, Phelps - who won a record eight golds at the Beijing Olympics - apologised for his "regrettable" behaviour and for having "demonstrated bad judgment".
FINA's statement read: "Michael Phelps's sincere regret and the promise that such a situation will not happen again are sufficient guarantees that this great star will continue generating respect and appreciation to all fans of our sport around the globe."
