Richmond players were filmed topless celebrating at the Garfield Hotel on Mad Monday. The club said they expressed embarrassment over their behaviour and were not referencing recent matters in the AFL.
Why it mattersThe video went viral and raised questions about how AFL players should behave in public, especially losing teams.
AustraliaRichmond's response signals heightened sensitivity in the AFL around player behaviour following recent scandals involving other clubs.
Corroborated bythenightly.com.au·7news.com.au
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