Richie Burnett Drug Ban Personal Statement

I^d like to apologise to fans for my actions last year which have resulted in this ban. Those close to me will know the personal challenges I have faced over recent years.

Depression is an illness which affects people in different ways and impairs their decision-making, so I have been using this time to seek professional help and will continue to do so.

I^d like to place on record my thanks to my sponsors for sticking by me during these very difficult times.

I am determined to return to the game next May and to be competitive at the highest level. 

By committing to improving my mental health and well-being as well as my physical health, I am sure I can compete again.