Tom Craig

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Cocaine in the City of Lights: Aussie Hockey Star Caught in Controversy!

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In a shocking turn of events, Australian hockey star Tom Craig finds himself entangled in a Parisian drug bust. Is his Olympic dream in jeopardy?

In a dramatic twist of fate for the Australian sporting community, Tom Craig, a 28-year-old star of the Kookaburras hockey team, has found himself at the center of a scandal after being arrested in Paris. Local reports claim that Craig was caught attempting to buy cocaine in a popular neighborhood, prompting swift action from French police. The Australian Olympic Committee has officially confirmed his arrest, leaving fans and teammates concerned about the implications of this incident on his sporting career.

The arrest took place late Tuesday night when authorities spotted the Olympian allegedly engaging in dubious transactions. While details remain murky, eyewitness accounts suggest that it was an unexpected turn for Craig, who is recognized for both his athletic skills and his role as a public figure. As the news spread, many were left wondering how such a promising career could take a nosedive in the beautiful yet unpredictable streets of Paris.

While the Kookaburras are gearing up for the upcoming Olympic Games, this misstep serves as a stark reminder of the pressures athletes face off the field. The sporting world often glamorizes the life of an athlete, but incidents like this highlight the darker side of fame and accessibility to substances in a vibrant city like Paris. Teammates and fans alike are now left to grapple with the fallout from Craig's arrest, anxiously awaiting further developments.

As we await his potential release, letโ€™s delve into some interesting Olympic history: Did you know that the first modern Olympic Games held in 1896 saw athletes competing in just 13 events? Fast forward to today, and there are over 300 events, showcasing a wider array of talented competitors. Furthermore, Tom Craig isn't the first athlete to face controversy leading up to the Olympics. Over the years, several Olympians encountered similar challenges, challenging the narrative of sportsmanship and discipline. It's a reminder that even the most talented among us can stray from the path!

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Australian hockey player Tom Craig arrested in Paris, reportedly ... (ESPN Australia)

The Australian Olympic Committee confirmed a player was arrested on Tuesday night, local media reporting for allegedly trying to buy cocaine. However, the AOC ...

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French police identify 28-year-old Kookaburra Tom Craig as ... (The West Australian)

French police have identified the Australian Olympian at the centre of a Parisian drug bust.

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Aussie Olympian arrested in Paris after allegedly trying to buy cocaine (Sky News Australia)

The Australian Olympic Committee has confirmed Australian hockey athlete Tom Craig has been arrested after reportedly trying to buy cocaine in Paris.

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Aussie athlete arrested over cocaine incident (NEWS.com.au)

Australian hockey player Tom Craig has been arrested in Paris and taken into police custody over an alleged cocaine incident.

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Kookaburras star arrested in Paris over cocaine still in custody (Herald Sun)

Australian men's hockey player Tom Craig was arrested for allegedly buying cocaine on the streets of Paris on Tuesday night as some of the gloss came off ...

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Olympic athlete Tom Craig arrested on 'suspicion of buying cocaine ... (Mirror.co.uk)

The Australian Olympic Committee have confirmed that reports claiming male hockey player Tom Craig was arrested in Paris on Tuesday night after being caught ...

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Australian hockey player arrested allegedly trying to buy cocaine in ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Tom Craig, 28, was taken into custody after French police alleged .an Australian was attempting to obtain the drug in a trendy Paris neighbourhood.

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Paris Olympics: Australian Kookaburras hockey player Tom Craig is ... (Daily Mail)

An Australian field hockey player has reportedly been arrested on suspicion of buying cocaine in Paris.

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Aussie men's hockey player Tom Craig arrested in Paris (The North West Star)

Veteran Australian hockey player Tom Craig is in custody after being arrested for allegedly trying to buy cocaine...

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Olympic athlete Tom Craig arrested for buying cocaine (Insidethegames.biz)

New scandal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. A player from the Australian field hockey team was arrested on the night of Tuesday 6 August by French police, ...

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French Olympics: Australian field hockey player Tom Craig arrested ... (UPI.com)

Australian field hockey player Tom Craig was arrested for an alleged attempt to buy cocaine from a 17-year-old seller during the Summer Olympics in Paris.

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Australian Olympic hockey player Tom Craig arrested in Paris ... (ABC News)

Paris public prosecutor's office confirms a 28-year-old Australian was arrested after allegedly being seen by police attempting to buy the illicit ...

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Aussie men's hockey player Tom Craig arrested in Paris (The Northern Daily Leader)

Veteran Australian hockey player Tom Craig is in custody after being arrested for allegedly trying to buy cocaine...

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'Embarrassed you all': Aussie hockey player freed from Paris jail ... (Fox Sports)

'Embarrassed you all': Aussie hockey player freed from Paris jail, speaks over cocaine arrest.

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Aussie hockey ace Tom Craig apologises following arrest (The New Daily)

Australian hockey player Tom Craig says he's embarrassed his Olympic teammates, his friends and his sport after being arrested buying cocaine.

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Disgraced Olympian tried to run from cops after buying cocaine (Daily Telegraph)

Australian hockey player Tom Craig attempted to run away from police trying to arrest him for buying a gram of cocaine on the streets of Paris before ...

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Australian hockey star Tom Craig arrested for buying cocaine in Paris (SBS)

A remorseful Craig spoke to media in Paris on Wednesday after spending the night in custody.

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Hockey ace Tom Craig stripped of athlete privileges (The North West Star)

The hockey player says he's embarrassed his Olympic teammates, his friends and his sport.

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Australian hockey player Tom Craig will lose 'Olympic privileges ... (9News)

Australian hockey player Tom Craig will lose all his "Olympic privileges" after he was arrested for buying cocaine in Paris, chef de mission Anna Meares said ...

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Tom Craig arrest details emerge as Australian Olympic officials take ... (7NEWS.com.au)

The Australian Olympic Committee (AOC) confirmed hockey player was arrested in the 9th arrondissement on Tuesday (Wednesday AEST) and held in custody overnight ...

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