Overview

• Airport surveillance reportedly captured Chiara Tarantino placing items into Benedetta Pilato’s bag before their flight home.
• Singapore police detained the athletes for hours, took their passports, and conducted searches and interrogations.
• Italy’s foreign ministry activated the embassy in Singapore, and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani intervened to resolve the situation.
• After explanations and formal apologies, authorities issued a warning and granted special permission for the swimmers to board a flight to Italy.
• Teammates Anita Bottazzo and Sofia Morini were also questioned and temporarily held during checks as the group returned from a Bali vacation after the World Championships.