"I engaged in behavior which was regrettable and demonstrated bad judgement... I'm 23 years old and despite the success I've had in the pool, I acted in a youthful and inappropriate way, not in a manner people have come to expect from me. For this, I am sorry. I promise my fans and the public it will not happen again."
I think what he's trying to say is:
"Endorsers, I'm sorry! Please don't drop me! Without you guys, swimming is unprofitable and just 'exercise.' I need you!"
Poor guy, I like him, I really do, but come on! Did you really think you wouldn't get caught? Did you really think some jealous college party goer wouldn't want to take a damning photo potentially worth a gold mine? For the love of God, exercise some caution, man!
UPDATE (2/2/09): Apparently, all is forgiven. Good for him, I guess.
UPDATE (2/5/09): USA Swimming suspended Phelps for three months, effective today. In addition, Kellogs will not be renewing their contract, which ends this month, with the swimmer.
I agree that he should have saw this coming, but who are we to judge his choices of recreational entertainment. The guy brought home how many gold medals and shattered how many records for the U.S.? He doesn't owe us squat in my opinion.
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