URC Statement On Benetton Rugby

The United Rugby Championship has been in communication with Benetton Rugby regarding the incident first identified in a social media post of Cherif Traore the Italian international prop forward.

Benetton Rugby has been asked to provide a full report on what has occurred and what meaningful action will be taken as a result.  

Racism and discrimination of any kind are abhorrent, completely unacceptable in society and are utterly counter to the values of the sport of rugby and the United Rugby Championship.

There will be no further comment until we have additional information on the incident.

ENDS