Rebels apologise over alleged racist remark
We are thankful to the Melbourne Rebels for reaching out with an apology and for assuring us that an investigation to identify the person(s) at fault is underway.
Monday 08 April 2024 | 23:22
Frank Lomani turned to face the crowd at the AAMI Park in Melbourne, Australia after an alleged racial slur on April 5, 2024. Photo: Stan Sport
The Fijian Drua are shocked at the racial abuse suffered by one of our players during Friday night’s match against the Rebels in Melbourne.
Clearly there is no place for racism of any kind anywhere.
We all have a duty to protect players and staff from situations which go against the values of our game.
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We are thankful to the Melbourne Rebels for reaching out with an apology and for assuring us that an investigation to identify the person(s) at fault is underway.
We note that the Tournament (SRP) is also independently assessing the matter.
We’re also providing Frank Lomani with the support he needs at this time.
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The actions of one or two individuals will not affect the warm relationship we have with rugby fans in Melbourne, which is truly one of the world’s great sporting cities.
We will return to Melbourne this very week as the Rooster Chicken Fijian Drua women take on Rebels women in the crucial final round of Buildcorp Super Rugby Women.
We look forward to meeting and engaging with as many fans as possible at AAMI Park on Saturday.
Feedback: leonec@fijisun.com.fj
