French Rugby Tour Marred by Scandal in Argentina
The French rugby team’s South American tour has been rocked by scandal after two players were arrested in Argentina over allegations of sexual assault. The news has sent shockwaves through the rugby community, with French Rugby Federation President Florian Grill confirming an ongoing investigation into the incident.
Investigation Underway
Grill, who flew to Argentina with FFR vice-president Jean-Marc Lhermet, stated that if the allegations are confirmed, they would be “incredibly serious” and go against everything that rugby stands for. The two players, whose names have not been released, are currently being held in a police station, with a delegation member having visited them to bring food.
Rugby players in Argentina
Racist Comment Sparks Outrage
The scandal comes on the heels of fullback Melvyn Jaminet being sent home and suspended after a video surfaced on social media showing him making a racist comment. The 25-year-old Toulon player was recorded saying, “the first Arab I come across, I’ll throw him a headbutt,” in a widely circulated video. Jaminet has since issued an apology on Instagram.
Rugby player making racist comment
Fallout Continues
The French rugby team is set to play Uruguay in Montevideo on Wednesday prior to returning to Buenos Aires for another test against Argentina on Saturday. However, the team’s focus will undoubtedly be on the ongoing investigation and the fallout from the scandal.
French rugby team in Argentina
The incident has sparked outrage and raised questions about the behavior of rugby players off the field. As the investigation continues, the rugby community will be watching closely to see how the French Rugby Federation handles the situation.
Rugby players in trouble
