Gatlin Q&A: "I felt like I died that day"

What was your immediate reaction when you found out the "A" sample was positive?

Shock. You’ve heard of somebody saying they were so in shock they fell out of their chair? That’s what really happened. I was in my house in my office, I was on the computer. I got the call and I remember breaking down and crying right there.

How long were you upset?

I was upset for almost a straight week. I was trying to get everything in order, trying to figure out why this is happening to me and if this is true. I remember breaking down in public at some points. This was my life. I feel like I’m a victim to the situation.

Worst moment of your life?

Worst moment of my life. 

By far? 

By far. I felt like I died that day. 

Did you really think it was going to happen? 

One of the first things that came out of my mouth when I found out over the phone was my career’s done. I’d be plum loco to go out there and risk my career knowing that I had a positive before. To throw it all away like that. Why would I do that?.....