Surfer suspended from world tour for alleged sexual assault of NSW teenager
The World Surf League has suspended professional surfer Alan Cleland jnr following allegations of sexual assault involving a teenager in Tahiti. The incident reportedly occurred during a private gathering not affiliated with the competition.
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Share A A A The World Surf League (WSL) has suspended a competitor after it was made aware of an alleged sexual assault involving a NSW teenager in Tahiti in August.
Alan Cleland jnr, 24, has been suspended from the Championship Tour after joining last year. He competed for Mexico in the 2024 Olympic Games. Three other alleged perpetrators are not affiliated with the league.
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