_Olympic Athlete Disqualified and Sent Home_
American track and field athlete, Brianna McNeal, was sent home from the Paris Olympics after being caught trying to break a major rule with her boyfriend, Olympic hurdler, Devon Allen.
_Rule Violation:_
McNeal and Allen were found to have violated the Olympic Village’s guest policy, which prohibits athletes from bringing non-accredited guests into the village.
_Incident:_
The incident occurred when McNeal attempted to sneak Allen into the village, disguising him as a trainer. However, they were caught by security, and an investigation was launched.
_Consequences:_
As a result, McNeal was disqualified from competing in the 100m hurdles event and sent home from the Olympics. Allen, who was scheduled to compete in the 110m hurdles, was also disqualified and sent home.
_Statement from US Olympic Committee:_
“The US Olympic Committee takes these violations seriously and supports the decision to disqualify the athletes. We expect our athletes to adhere to the rules and respect the Olympic Village’s policies.”
_Reaction from Athletes:_
McNeal and Allen have apologized for their actions, stating that they “let their emotions cloud their judgment” and “made a mistake.”
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to the rules and respecting the Olympic Village’s policies.
