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Egyptian Olympic Wrestler Arrested in Paris for Alleged Sexual Assault

Mohamed Elsayed, a Tokyo bronze medalist, faces investigation and potential lifetime ban after incident outside a Paris cafe.

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Mohamed Ibrahim Elsayed of Team Egypt celebrates defeating Artem Surkov of ROC during the Men’s Greco-Roman 67kg Bronze Medal Match on day twelve of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games at Makuhari Messe Hall in Chiba, Japan, on August 04, 2021.

Overview

  • Elsayed was detained early Friday morning for allegedly groping a woman at Café Oz.
  • The wrestler was reportedly intoxicated at the time of the incident.
  • The Egyptian Olympic Committee has confirmed an investigation and possible disciplinary actions.
  • Elsayed lost his match in the Paris Olympics and had permission to watch the final of his weight category.
  • He could face a lifetime ban from both domestic and international competitions if the allegations are confirmed.