Suspended in March is a light penalty
American Swimming Association said that the suspension of three months is a very minor punishment, mainly Phelps would like to give a warning, because he let so many people are disappointed, especially the tens of thousands of young people swimming enthusiasts, they to him as his idol. American Swimming Association in the day released a statement that, "Phelps had already accepted the punishment, and that will work in exchange for our confidence."
After a long holiday after the Olympics, Phelps did not resume training in less than a month. Now he wants to return to court, we must wait until May this year, and in July will be held in Rome to take part in the World Swimming Championships. Only a two-month period to a warm-up competition, Phelps is very difficult to achieve the pinnacle of the state of the Beijing Olympics.
Advertisers postponed cooperation
Apart from the United States Swimming Association for their "administrative punishment", the Phelps has been advertising "economic sanctions" the news rapidly followed. In Phelps endorsement of more than 10 brands, the Swiss watch maker, the United Kingdom swimsuit manufacturers were the first time indicated that they would continue to support him. But a few days ago also has two advertising companies, including a language learning software and the United States telecommunications companies, said in December 31, 2008 after the expiration of the contract, and Phelps is no longer co-operation, and in the scandal burst before, communications company being and the "flying fish" to discuss the renewal of the team.
Located in the United States, Michigan, said the Kellogg Company, taking into account the company's cereal products are mainly provided to children, while cannabis and pure events for children may have an adverse effect on the psychological, so they will no longer be renewed and the "flying fish" in February to contract period. In a statement they said: "Phelps's acts inconsistent with the company's image."
