Gatlin To Get Day In Court In Pensacola

By Associated Press
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Former Olympian wants to participate in Olympic Trials later this month. Gatlin To Get Day In Court In Pensacola
Published: Sun, June 22, 2008 - 10:06 pm Last Updated: Sun, June 22, 2008 - 10:08 pm
Banned sprinter Justin Gatlin is
preparing for a hearing in Pensacola that could determine whether
he'll defend his 100-meter title at the Beijing Olympics.
A Florida federal judge ruled Friday that Gatlin should be
allowed to compete at the U.S. Olympic track and field trials in
Eugene, Oregon.
U.S. District Judge Lacey A. Collier's temporary restraining
order is in effect for 10 days at present. The first two rounds of
the 100-meter qualifying are set for June 28. The semifinals and
finals are the following day.
A hearing is scheduled Monday in Pensacola to discuss the order,
and Gatlin is expected to attend.
Gatlin's attorney said his client is "guardedly, cautiously
optimistic."
The U.S. Olympic Committee and USA Track & Field say their
representatives would attend Monday's hearing.

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