Australian cricketer David Warner has been described as 'foolish' and 'reckless' by his lawyer after being charged with mid-range drink driving. The 39-year-old was pulled over in Sydney's east on 5 April and allegedly recorded a blood alcohol reading of 0.104, more than double the legal limit.
Warner's lawyer, Bobby Hill, told reporters outside Waverley Local Court that the former Test opener had consumed three glasses of wine at a friend's apartment before deciding to drive. 'He knows what he did was wrong,' Hill said. 'He accepts that was a reckless decision, a foolish decision to get in his car instead of taking an Uber.'
The Fox Cricket commentator was not required to appear in court on Thursday, with the matter adjourned. Hill foreshadowed a guilty plea at a later date, adding that Warner is remorseful and expects to be punished like any other NSW citizen. 'This case before the court is a reminder to everyone in the public about the dangers of self-assessments,' Hill said.
Cricket NSW chief executive Lee Germon expressed concern over the allegations, stating the organisation is 'strong advocates for safe driving, not drink-driving.' Warner was arrested during an Easter trip home from the Pakistan Super League, where he captained the Karachi Kings. He has since returned to Pakistan to resume the T20 tournament.
