"Deeply embarrassed": Lefau suspended after drink-driving incident

Mykelti Lefau has been fined and handed a two-game suspension by the Richmond Football Club after being caught by the police driving while more than double the legal alcohol limit.

The Richmond forward was reportedly stopped over the weekend in Malvern East and delivered a blood alcohol reading of .108.

He will miss the club's Community Series contest with Melbourne and Richmond's season opener against the Blues in Round 1, while also paying a $2500 fine and will undergo alcohol behavioural change counselling.

"We are extremely disappointed with Mykelti's actions, and he is fully aware that his poor judgment put both himself and the community at risk," Richmond CEO Shane Dunne said.

"Mykelti will now be suspended for two matches and undergo counselling to ensure he will learn from this mistake.

"We will continue to support Mykelti across this period to ensure his well-being.

"He understands he has let his teammates and the Club down and will address them all tomorrow."

The 27-year-old suffered an ACL injury in 2024, kicking 14 goals in 10 outings, before returning in Round 16 last year.

Lefau missed the rest of the season with a calf injury sustained upon his return against the Crows.

He was looking to hold down a regular spot in Adem Yze's side after impressing in the practice match against Essendon on Friday with three goals.

“I made a really poor choice, and I am deeply embarrassed by what has taken place,” Lefau said.

“It is unacceptable by any standard and it won’t happen again. I apologise to my Club, my teammates and our fans.”