Kent superbike champion Shane Byrne had issued an apology following the surfacing of a video depicting his inappropriate behavior towards a woman on the winner’s podium.
The footage captures the six-time champion shaking a bottle of drink and spraying it over the woman, followed by crouching down and directing the spray up her skirt.
Video of MotoGP rider Shane Byrne spraying champagne up model’s skirt in 2013 on podium goes viral on Twitter/X
El piloto es Shane Byrne, celebrando el Campeonato British Superbike en 2013.
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Although the incident occurred in 2013, it gained renewed attention on social media. Byrne took to Instagram to express regret for his actions, acknowledging the delayed apology and deeming it entirely inappropriate.
What Did Shane Byrne Say?
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El piloto de motociclismo, Shane Byrne, descorchó una botella de champán, debajo de la falda a una de las modelos para celebrar su triunfo.La joven se quedó paralizada y sin saber cómo actuar. No obstante, intenta disimular agarrándose a su compañera mientras él… pic.twitter.com/ZvszTgopQG
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In his video, Shane Byrne expressed, “I acknowledge the belated nature of this apology, recognizing that the failure to address it earlier was entirely misguided.
“I am cognizant of a 2013 video clip circulating and generating reactions on various social media platforms. I extend a sincere apology to the woman and the other women present on the podium that day.
“My conduct at that time was entirely inappropriate and unacceptable on all fronts. It is a moment I profoundly regret, and I extend my heartfelt apologies to the woman, my supporters, and anyone else who was offended by my actions.”
Fans Reaction
Despite his apology, the video clip continued to fuel dissatisfaction and anger. Tim O’Donnell expressed on social media, “Hoping for the conclusion of Shane Byrne’s career.”
Another user commented, “The situation is appalling, and the victim in this case is unable to defend herself as it might jeopardize her career instead of his.”
About Shane Byrne
Born on December 10, 1976, Shane Byrne, commonly known as Shakey, is a distinguished British professional motorcycle road racer.
With a remarkable career, he holds the record as a six-time champion of the British Superbike Championship in 2003, 2008, 2012, 2014, 2016, and 2017, making him the sole individual in the series’ history to achieve such a feat.
Beyond his national triumphs, Byrne has claimed victories in the Superbike World Championship and has competed in the prestigious MotoGP.
Personal Profile
Citizenship: British
Date of Birth: December 10, 1976 (47 years old)
Place of Birth: Lambeth, London
Bicycle Number: 67
Financial Worth: $6 million
Marital Status
In November 2010, Byrne tied the knot with Petra, a Czech national. The couple, who has two children, divides their time between residences in Kent and Spain.
Returning to the subject at hand, a video that had surfaced earlier gained popularity on the internet in 2021. The video depicted Byrne engaging in inappropriate behavior by spraying champagne up an unsuspecting woman’s dress at an event in 2013. On April 2, 2021, Byrne publicly apologized via video in acknowledgment of the incident.
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