Scottish Olympic swimmer suspended over drink-driving

Scottish Olympic silver medallist Dan Wallace has been suspended from swimming after pleading guilty to driving under the influence of alcohol.

In a joint statement, British Swimming and Scottish Swimming confirmed the 24-year-old will be banned for three months for violating the athlete code of conduct.

The Stirling University-based Scot will not be eligible for next month's World Championships in Budapest.
In a statement, Wallace said: "It is with much regret that I was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol.

"Not only have I let myself, my family and team-mates down, I have put others at risk and I am profoundly sorry for my actions.

"I recognise that I am in a position of influence and this type of behaviour is not acceptable in any way, shape or form.

"I am now looking to rebuild trust in everyone who has supported me and put their faith in me, and will do whatever it takes to come through this a better, stronger person. I am deeply sorry."