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Kylian Mbappé Apologises for Controversial Remarks: 'I Understand I Hurt Many People'
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Three Chinese companies have terminated their sponsorship deals with French football star Kylian Mbappé. The 27-year-old Real Madrid forward sparked outrage in China following the release of a video in which he reportedly referred to former Chinese leader Mao Zedong as a dictator. Mbappé has since issued an official apology.
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"My comment was ill-advised, and I now understand that I have hurt many people, not only in China but also across the global Chinese community. I apologise to anyone who was upset by my words. That was never my intention. I have immense respect for the people of China and its history, which is why I am issuing this apology," Mbappé stated regarding the controversy.
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In addition, La Liga president Javier Tebas and representatives of the Spanish league have also issued formal apologies.
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