Pat Hickey speaks for first time since Rio arrest, says 'I will clear my name'

Former President of the Olympic Council of Ireland Pat Hickey has claimed he has been treated as a world-class criminal.

Pat Hickey speaks for first time since Rio arrest, says 'I will clear my name'

Former President of the Olympic Council of Ireland Pat Hickey has claimed he has been treated as a world-class criminal.

Speaking exclusively with Newstalk's Paul Williams for the first time since his arrest in Rio over allegations of ticket touting, the 72-year-old said he would clear his name.

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