What they said
"I am utterly devastated that the Sample (A) taken from my horse at the Games has tested positive. That notion amounts to cheating, and I am not a cheat."
- Cian O'Connor
"I can categorically state that the medication administered by me was not a performance-enhancing substance, but was used after careful consideration, in the best interests of the horse's welfare, over a month before the Games."
- James Sheeran, Cian O'Connor's vet
"The federation stands behind Cian O'Connor in his bid to clarify the situation, and respects his right of due process."
- Avril Doyle, EFI president
"The council is shocked and disappointed at the findings. It recognises that today's news is a major setback for equestrian sport and sport in general in Ireland."
- Irish Sports Council
"It is in the interest of all parties that this matter be processed as quickly as possible so that finality is brought to the situation."
- John O'Donoghue, Minister for Arts, Sport and Tourism