‘Is it because it’s Latrell?’: Candice Warner defends Mitchell in heated exchange

News.com.au - 17/03
Candice Warner has defended Latrell Mitchell after the Rabbitohs star sparked outrage during a radio outburst on Thursday night.

Candice Warner has defended Latrell Mitchell after the Rabbitohs star sparked outrage during a radio outburst on Thursday night.

The star fullback was accused of disrespect after an expletive-laden interview following South’s 28-18 loss to the Broncos.

Triple M cut its post-match interview with Mitchell short because of the offensive language he used.

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“It’s alright mate, honestly f**k … It was s**t,” Mitchell began.

“In the first bit, just a hard game f**k, we showed what we were about. Honestly, they’re big boys, they’re competitors. No wonder why they come runner up last year so f**k, they’re building on that.

“I don’t care if I’m swearing boys, honestly.”

When talking about his try scoring feat, Mitchell added: “But I’m very happy, scored 100 tries so that’s something to celebrate tonight. Yeah, everyone doesn’t give a f**k but anyways,” he added laughing.

There was a mixed reception to the interview with some calling for the 26-year-old to be suspended.

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