Sydney Swans Players Under Police Investigation for Alleged Sexual Assault

Several players from the Sydney Swans AFL team are reportedly under police investigation following an alleged sexual assault incident at a Melbourne hotel. Victoria Police confirmed they are investigating an incident that occurred at the Pullman Hotel, where the team was staying after a match on Sunday. The club's chief executive, Matthew Pavlich, expressed shock and disappointment regarding the circumstances.

Reports indicate that police were present at the hotel on Monday morning. The Sydney Swans have confirmed an incident took place in the hours following their victory. The investigation is ongoing, and the club has stated it is cooperating fully with authorities. This development has cast a shadow over the team's recent success, with the focus shifting from their on-field performance to the serious allegations.

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