Pub co-owner doubles down in defence of Richmond players in viral video

The co-owner and general manager of The Garfield Hotel has doubled down in his defence of the Richmond players involved in a viral video during their Mad Monday celebrations.

The pub issued a statement today stating the coverage had been “blown out of proportion”, and co-owner Brad issued a similar sentiment on 3AW Drive.

Press PLAY to hear his insight on what the players got up to and how they acted (including the statement from the Richmond Football Club)

“I couldn’t speak more highly of the guys there … I don’t understand the beat-up, I really don’t,” Brad told Jacqui Felgate.

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