American Sprinter in Drug Probe

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SAINT-DENIS, France (AP) -- American sprinter Kelli White could be stripped of her two gold medals from the World Championships after testing positive for a stimulant, the sport's governing body said Saturday.

The IAAF said it was investigating whether White committed a doping offense and should forfeit her victories in the 100 and 200 meters. In addition, she could face a two-year suspension.

White, the first American to win both sprints at a world championship, denied using any substance to enhance her performance. She said she only took a medication for a sleep disorder.

"I know I that I did nothing wrong and sought no advantage over my competitors," White said in a statement at a news conference. "I am confident that things will work out in the end."

IAAF general secretary Istvan Gyulai said "at the moment all indications" point toward the matter being ruled as a doping case, which would result in White's disqualification from the championships.

"The mere fact of this allegation is personally harmful and hurtful," White said. "I have never taken any substance to enhance my performance."

White, appearing somber but composed at a packed news conference, was asked whether she believes she will keep her medals.

"Honestly, deep in my heart I do believe so," she said. "I believe I'm innocent, I know I'm innocent. I worked very hard for the medals I earned this week, and I'm going to work very hard to keep them."

White pulled out of the women's 400-meter relay final, saying she did not want to be a distraction to her teammates. France beat the American team for the gold.

The IAAF said White was eligible to run in the relay pending a final ruling, but warned that the United States risked being disqualified later if she was confirmed guilty of a doping violation.
 

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