Quotes by Istvan Gyulai

“It doesnt do good to the sport unless you adopt the cynical view that all publicity is good publicity.”

“We follow the ethics of our British friends with some anxiety,”

“A lot of attention needs to be focused on athletics in Britain, especially now the 2012 Olympics will be held there.”

“We have no problem with that. Whether or not they can compete in the trials, we leave it in the hands of USA Track & Field.”

“If there is a positive test available, this is the only way the IAAF can proceed,”

“It certainly is a positive signal and indicates a desire and wish to show the world that they want to have a clean sport.”

“According to our information the Greek team leader was informed but not the athletes. To our mind this doesnt constitute a refusal.”

“In the absence of facts, the IAAF cannot and will not do anything,”

“The consequences are implied. If the result is annulled, you dont get the medals for a result that doesnt stand. If someone is not eligible, that athlete cannot have a valid result.”

“We dont consider it a triumph. We consider it our moral obligation.”