LONDON (Reuters) - The weightlifting official who blew the whistle on Australia's 'pay to lift' scandal was not dumped from the delegation for the London Olympics because of the row, Chef de Mission Nick Green insisted on Tuesday.
Michael Keelan went public last month with the allegation that lifter Daniel Koum had demanded A$5,000 (3313 pounds) to compete at an event where his participation was essential to allow his country to win a berth at the Games.
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