Australian Olympic middle-distance runner, Peter Bol tested positive for the performance-enhancing drug (PED) test last October. Moreover, the 800-meter record holder was suspended since the sample of the banned drug, erythropoietin (EPO) was found in his blood sample. Amidst all the speculations, it’s been a convulsing ride for the Olympian. However, the Tokyo Olympics hero requested another test as he pleads for his innocence.
Recently, Bol shared a message on his Twitter handle declaring his virtue. Interestingly, many of his fans and folks from the sporting fraternity came forward to support the Olympian.
Fans supported Peter Bol
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In his latest Twitter post, Bol wrote, “It is critically important to convey with the strongest conviction I am innocent and have not taken this substance as I am accused”. He further added, “I ask that everyone in Australia believe me and let the process play out”. On this, Bol’s fans and sporting fanatics flocked to the comment section and started the thread of tweets. They wrote,
I hope so! You've been inspiration during Olympics and Comm games Peter, hopefully it plays out as per your conviction.
— Matthew Mammone (@HODLMATTY) January 20, 2023
We believe you
— Elle Kedric (@ellekedric) January 20, 2023
100 per cent support you. Clearly this is an error and will be sorted out
— Tracey Gartlan (@TraceyGartlan) January 20, 2023
Australians are behind you. I beleive you and so does everyone I know.
— sanctuary (@rloxxe315) January 20, 2023
Some fans even questioned the credibility of the PED tests. One fan wrote, “Why would anyone use it out of season? Must be a false positive“.
(Genuine questions)
Why isn't the B test done automatically when the initial test is Positive? Why have the athlete's name and credibility dragged through the mud before ensuring it is actually a Positive and not a False Positive? Why the long time between tests?— Leonie Wainwright (@leoniew27) January 20, 2023
Peter you are the last person on Earth who would ever take a banned substance. I’m sorry that you have been placed in this difficult position. You are a man of integrity and I have no doubt you will be cleared. Sending positive energy your way. You’ll get through this.
— Murray Dunstan (@murraydunstan) January 20, 2023
Furthermore, extending their support for Bol, some fans penned rather consoling messages for the Olympian. one wrote, “Stay strong Pete. We believe you mate“, while another one wrote, “I feel sorry that you have to go through this“.
I believe you Peter, you are an amazing athlete and an inspiration for your community
— Kaz Dawson (@dawson_kaz) January 20, 2023
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Hell no! I do not believe you would do this. Chin up high. You are an outstanding leader. Have everything crossed for you to prove your in innocence.
— crazymum (@crazymumoftwins) January 20, 2023
Clearly, many from the sporting fraternity stand in support of Bol’s plead for innocence. Moreover, the B Sample results will come out in the month of February as the Olympian mentioned, “I have requested the analysis of my B sample which will take place in February“.
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