Tag: Athlete integrity
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The Ancient Pledge at the Olympic Games: A Tradition of Honor and Fair Play
The Origin and Meaning of the Olympic Oath The line between myth and ceremony sharpens as the Olympic flame arrives and the opening processions begin: athletes and officials join a centuries-old pledge that embodies the spirit of the Games. The pledge most people recognize today is the Olympic Oath, a modern tradition that traces its…
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Swim Ireland Stands by Shane Ryan: A Clean Athlete Through and Through
Introduction: A Respectful Retrospective on Shane Ryan As Shane Ryan steps away from competitive swimming, the Irish swimming community is rallying around a straightforward message: Ryan was a clean athlete from start to finish. Swim Ireland CEO Sarah Keane publicly stated that she has no doubts whatsoever about his integrity during his time as an…
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Ryan Was Always a Clean Swimmer: Swim Ireland Defends Olympian Shane Ryan
Introduction: A Defining Stance on Integrity The swimming community in Ireland is rallying around one of its own as Shane Ryan retires from competitive sport. In a period marked by scrutiny of doping and performance-enhancing questions across globally streamed events, Swim Ireland has publicly reiterated a simple, unwavering message: Shane Ryan was a clean swimmer…