“I’ve not commented on it and have kept my head down and focused on working and preparing for the Games,” Idowu said.
“I understand why it was assumed [I was injured] because I withdrew from the competition in Eugene in the third round.
“But I withdrew from that competition because it was raining, it was wet and cold and I slipped on the board in my third attempt and I didn’t want to risk my chances for the Games by trying to win that competition and picking up any injury to myself.”
Idowu, who won a silver medal at Beijing in 2008 and again in the 2011 World Championships, also said that his preparations for London 2012, which also included missing the Olympics trials, have been helped by his lack of action.
“This year I’ve been able to focus on training,” he said. “For the last 30 days I’ve worked really, really hard.
“I’m pleased with the work I’ve done and impressed with how hard I’ve worked. I’m happy and optimistic.”
