Joseph Schooling and fellow national swimmer Amanda Lim were investigated by the Central Narcotics Bureau for possible offences related to the consumption of cannabis, says SportSG.
Schooling, 27, admitted to taking the drug in May when he was on short-term disruption from full-time National Service to train and participate in the Southeast Asian Games, the Ministry of Defence said on Tuesday .
"All TeamSG athletes are expected to uphold the highest standards of conduct as representatives of Singapore on the sporting world stage, at all times. Unlawful or unsportsmanlike conduct will not be condoned," said SportSG. It added that the Singapore Swimming Association and the Singapore National Olympic Council will also be reviewing appropriate actions on their part.
"I gave in to a moment of weakness after going through a very tough period of my life. I demonstrated bad judgment and I am sorry," he said.
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