Phelps Suspended From Swimming
USA Swimming has suspended Michael Phelps from swimming. According to ESPN.com,
In announcing the decision Monday, USA Swimming also said Phelps will be withdrawn from the 2015 FINA World Championships team and that he will forfeit his funding from the national governing board for six months.
"Membership in USA Swimming, and particularly at the National Team level, includes a clear obligation to adhere to our Code of Conduct," USA Swimming executive director Chuck Wielgus said in a statement. "Should an infraction occur, it is our responsibility to take appropriate action based on the individual case. Michael's conduct was serious and required significant consequences."
Michael Phelps was charged with drunk driving in Baltimore last Tuesday. His charges also included speeding and crossing the double lane lines on I95. His trail is set for November 19th.
Phelps tweeted this past weekend that he will take time away from swimming to "find himself" which will include in patient treatment.
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