Swans Star Unconscious Following Incident at Sydney Hotspot
In a shocking incident, Sydney Swans player Taylor Adams was knocked unconscious at a popular hotspot in eastern suburbs. The event took place at Club Rose Bay on Saturday night, January 24, 2026.
Incident Details
Adams was reportedly punched in the face, causing him to fall to the ground. He was later rushed to St Vincent’s Hospital for treatment. According to NSW Police, the two individuals involved in the altercation were not known to Adams.
Police Report
At approximately 10:10 PM, authorities received reports of the assault on Vickery Avenue in Rose Bay. Police learned that Adams, 32, was involved in a dispute with two men. The assault resulted in a minor cut to his cheek and brief unconsciousness.
- Location: Club Rose Bay, eastern suburbs of Sydney
- Time: Around 10:10 PM on January 24, 2026
- Hospital: St Vincent’s Hospital
- Injuries: Minor cut and loss of consciousness
The suspects fled the scene before police arrived. Current investigations are ongoing, and authorities confirmed that neither Adams nor his companion initiated the confrontation.
Adams’s Career Background
Adams joined the Sydney Swans at the end of 2023 after missing Collingwood’s grand final victory. He did not participate in the Swans’ grand final appearance in 2024, where they were defeated by Geelong.
- Contract: Three-year deal, nearing completion
- Games Played: 19 in 2024, 4 in 2025 (due to hamstring injuries)
- Total Career Games: 229
Recently, Adams also suffered from an Achilles injury in December. The Swans are set to kick off their AFL season against Carlton on March 5 at the SCG, with new recruit Charlie Curnow facing his former team.
As of now, the Sydney Swans have not released an official statement regarding the incident.
