Deniers in the steroid era

The list of athletes who were accused and subsequently denied using performance-enhancing drugs is lengthy and includes some of the biggest names in their respective sports. Here is a sampling of those who claimed innocence in the face of drug allegations:

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The International Olympic Committee revealed during the 2000 Olympic games that C.J. Hunter had failed four drug tests that summer. "I'm going to defend myself vigorously. We've put together a great team and I'm quite positive that when everything is said and done, I'll be exonerated." – Hunter at a press conference during the 2000 Olympic Games after it was revealed he'd failed several drug tests
The International Olympic Committee revealed during the 2000 Olympic games that C.J. Hunter had failed four drug tests that summer. "I'm going to defend myself vigorously. We've put together a great team and I'm quite positive that when everything is said and done, I'll be exonerated." – Hunter at a press conference during the 2000 Olympic Games after it was revealed he'd failed several drug tests