Lynch says he received a 'fair hearing'

Equestrian : Irish showjumper Denis Lynch had his International Equestrian Federation (FEI) hearing today after his horse Lantinus…

Equestrian: Irish showjumper Denis Lynch had his International Equestrian Federation (FEI) hearing today after his horse Lantinus tested positive during the Olympic Games at the equestrian venue in Hong Kong.

The FEI will issue their provisional judgment on Monday when Lynch will find out is he is to remain suspended until the final judgment is made.

"I am very happy with the way things went," Lynch said on RTEafterwards. "I was able to put my case fully and I believe I received a fair hearing."

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