Spurs star David Bentley on drink-drive charge after Porsche crash

Tottenham winger David Bentley has been charged with drink-driving after smashing his Porsche into a lamp post in the early hours of today.

Bentley, 24, was found standing near the wreckage of his black car on a country lane in Northaw, Hertfordshire, at about 3am.

The player said on the club's website: "I should like to apologise to my club and the supporters for my actions which led to my car accident last night and my subsequent charge.

"It was wholly unacceptable and I fully appreciate that as a professional footballer I have a duty to behave in a reputable and responsible manner.

"This has been a wake-up call for me personally and professionally."

Hertfordshire Police said Bentley was charged with a drink-drive offence and bailed to St Albans magistrates' court on 28 August.