Warner charged with drink driving in Sydney - ESPN
Currently involved in the PSL, Warner had gone to Australia during a week-long break in fixtures for Karachi Kings ESPN.com
www.espn.comHere’s the latest on David Warner’s drink-driving charge:
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Reports indicate former Australia opener David Warner was charged with mid-range drink driving after a roadside breath test in Sydney’s Maroubra area in early April 2026. He reportedly returned a breath-alcohol reading of 0.104, above the legal limit, and was summoned to appear in Downing Centre Local Court in May 2026.[2][6][7]
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The incident occurred as Warner was in Australia briefly during a break in franchise commitments, with multiple outlets confirming the charge and the court appearance date. Bloomberg-style outlets and Australian media circulated the same timeline, citing NSW Police statements.[7][2]
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He has since been covered across international cricket news, noting his retirement from international cricket in 2024 but continued involvement in T20 leagues, including appearances for Karachi Kings in the PSL around that period.[8][2]
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For context, local outlets in Australia reported the initial police stop and the subsequent booking at Maroubra Police Station, with the 0.104 reading described as mid-range by police guidance.[3][7]
If you’d like, I can pull a concise timeline with official court dates and potential penalties once they’re updated, and summarize how such charges have been treated in NSW السابق cases.[6][7]