Australian Boxing Coach Exits Paris 2024 Over Sexual Misconduct Scandal

April 18, 2024
Australian Boxing Coach Exits Paris 2024 Over Sexual Misconduct Scandal
  • Australian national boxing coach Jamie Pittman has withdrawn from the 2024 Paris Olympics due to admitted sexual misconduct.

  • Pittman's behavior included 11 offenses over three trips and was deemed 'shocking' and 'inappropriate' by the National Sports Tribunal.

  • The tribunal has issued a six-month suspension and mandated written apologies and a training course on respectful conduct.

  • Pittman has apologized to the affected athletes and has sought assistance to change his behavior.

  • He has also stepped down from the Australian Olympic Committee's Indigenous Advisory Committee.

  • Pittman acknowledges the risk of losing his job due to the tribunal's findings.

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