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England prop Marler escapes sanctions over 'gypsy boy' comment

England's Joe Marler will not be receiving a sanction. Credit: ITV News

Six Nations Rugby has announced that England's Joe Marler will not be sanctioned over his verbal abuse of Wales' Samson Lee.

They say they've considered the report in detail and noted that Marler deeply regretted what he said immediately and apologised at half time.

They've also accepted the explanation provided that the comment was one made in the heat of the moment.

I have been warned very clearly by Eddie Jones how comments like this are unacceptable. I will certainly conduct myself differently in future. I do not condone racism in any form, at any time, deeply regret the incident and intend to reflect the behaviours expected of an England player going forward. Once again I apologise for the upset my inappropriate remark has caused.

– Joe Marler

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