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China has dumped almost 10% of its 311-member Olympic team, including some who failed a last-minute drug test. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirmed today that seven rowers--notably ace women's single sculler Zhang Xiuyun--have tested positive for the performance-enhancing drug EPO, and will not be competing in Sydney...
Last year's allegations of bribery among members of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) marred the image of a competition that should be about youthful idealism, heroic achievements and national pride. While one has become accustomed to hearing about unethical actions in professional sports, it was a shock that the directors of the world's most prominent amateur sporting competition had succumbed to the temptations of gifts from cities seeking to host the games...
While it is certainly unfortunate that John Hancock felt the need to include such a clause in the contract, its actions are entirely understandable and appropriate. Clauses such as this are common in other contracts, and this will be an additional incentive for the IOC to conduct itself in a manner that reflects the honor and integrity of the games...
...support for the Olympics is well-founded. John Hancock is one of the top sponsors of the games, spending approximately $50 million over four years to advertise at the Olympics. Its endorsement goes a long way toward restoring the credibility of the games after the shameful actions of the IOC...