Australian hockey player Tom Craig has been suspended for 12 months by his country’s sport governing body after attempting to purchase cocaine at the Paris Olympics.
In a statement, Hockey Australia confirmed that its sanction took effect from September 9 and added that Craig would be required to complete “mandatory training and education programs.”
The statement added: “Six months of this suspension will be served fully, with the remaining six months fully suspended, contingent upon meeting conduct and behavioural requirements.
“During the suspension, Craig will be prohibited from playing in any match, competition, or event at any level sanctioned or organised by Hockey Australia, including the upcoming Hockey One League and FIH Pro League seasons.”
Hockey Australia confirmed that Craig would remain eligible for selection for next year’s national team, and added that the player’s …