Swans sponsors pull support in wake of allegations
A number of Sydney Swans sponsors express alarm and disappointment over the five players linked to a police investigation into an alleged sexual assault.
Five Sydney Swans players are linked to a police investigation into an alleged sexual assault in Melbourne. Colgate, Volkswagen and Telstra have suspended or paused their activities with the club in response. Other sponsors, such as QBE and realestate.com.au, have condemned any abuse or violence against women but have not withdrawn their support. The club has apologized for the distress caused and expressed concern for those affected. All five players have been suspended for the remainder of the AFL season.
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