Gudas Apologizes for Homophobic Slur in Olympic Game

Radko Gudas said he did not intend to use a homophobic slur during the Canada‑Czechia quarterfinal at the Beijing Olympics, blaming frustration and the heat of the moment. He apologized to the Canadian team and said he will learn from the mistake.

The Czech Republic lost 4-3, sending Canada to the semifinals. Gudas also was involved in a hit on Sidney Crosby that left the Canadian star sidelined for the rest of the Games.