Gunnar Bentz, one of the four U.S. swimmers caught up in the alleged robbery scandal in Rio, has released a statement through the University of Georgia detailing the events of the night in question. Parts of Bentz’s account stand at odds with the story told by teammate Ryan Lochte. Here’s Bentz’s full statement.
“I want to offer a sincere apology to the United States Olympic Committee, USA Swimming, the extraordinary women and men of Team USA, and the University of Georgia. Being a member of the Olympic Swimming Team was an honor and a dream come true.