GYMNASTS TEST POSITIVE

United States national gymnastics champion Sean Townsend and two teammates
tested positive for cannabis and were warned they could be suspended if it
happens again.

Townsend, Brett McClure and Jason Gatson failed the unannounced,
out-of-competition test in January, the International Gymnastics Federation
said Wednesday.

"In the event of subsequent offenses, these gymnasts could be subject to a
suspension of up to two years. Gymnasts, be warned," the federation said. A
positive test for cannabis--which can be found in marijuana and
hashish--does not merit an automatic suspension because it is not a
performance-enhancing substance.

USA Gymnastics, the organization that oversees the U.S. team, planned no
official sanction.