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Taekwondo Olympian from Jamaica tests positive Oct 16th 2013, 03:13 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A Jamaican who competed in taekwondo at the London Olympics said Tuesday he has tested positive for a banned substance.   Kenneth Edwards said he was notified a month ago about the diuretic and is awaiting results of a backup sample. A diuretic reduces body fluids and can mask drug use. He added he has not competed since July.   "I remain committed to being a professional athlete and would not do anything to compromise that position," he said in a statement. "I have every intention of challenging these findings."   Jason McKay, captain of Jamaica's combined martial arts team, told The Gleaner newspaper he supports Edwards. &nb... Keep on reading: Taekwondo Olympian from Jamaica tests positive Media files: jamaican-taekwondo.jpg (image/jpeg)

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