>> Lots of comments in the media about footballers hugging when a goal is scored. Given
>> they are tested twice a week and the hugging is for a very short period
>> why are they being criticised, when rugby players have to touch their opponents to play
>> the game. Why is Rugby not being banned for committing far worse Covid crimes than
>> football?
Judging by fixture cancellations for Covid reasons RU players are subject to a rigorous testing regime too.
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/55609999
As I've already observed elsewhere I did have a wry grin at the weekend when it was suggested rugger players should avoid try celebrations. Football's not exactly a no contact sport either.
Last edited by: Bromptonaut on Mon 11 Jan 21 at 12:51
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