The Rugby Football Union has banned a distinguished former council member from Twickenham for making racist comments during a Six Nations match last year. Alex Murphy has also been stripped of his “distinguished” status and had his privileges removed.
The incident took place in the RFU council box during England’s win against Wales in February 2022. A summary of the decision, seen by the Guardian, explains how Murphy was charged with saying to another volunteer “you realise they don’t let n****** in the Royal Box”. The summary does not name the “volunteer” but details how a similar remark was made near the bar and how their spouse was distressed by the comment.
