... and shortening of lifespan, athletes are willing to take the consequences that come along with taking the drugs, and win at all cost. Sprinter Ben Johnson admitted he had passed 17 drug tests before getting caught (Morris, Canadian Press). The invention of anabolic steroids plays an important role in encouraging ... , athletes depend on sponsors and giant contracts with companies to gain more revenue. After winning the 100 meters dash in the Summer Olympic games in Seoul, Ben Johnson signed contracts with Diadora, a clothing line, for 2.5 million dollars. In addition, he signed with Mazd...

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... are harmful and damaging. In spite of these risks, athletes will still abuse steroids and other enhancing drugs because of the pressure that is put upon them. Athletes such as Ben Johnson and Mark Maguire were caught using steroids and other illegal performance-enhancing drugs. They now face the shame, which our society places upon them ... . Ben Johnson drew considerable negative attention to himself, as well as to Canada, as a sports competitor when he was tested positive for using anabolic steroids following a win in the 100 m race at ... the 1988 Olympics in Seoul. The medal was rev...

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