It’s a voice that was long overdue. After the numerous criticisms of Ben O’Keeffe’s refereeing, one of the most important figures in rugby decided to speak out on a subject that supporters of the French XV always have in their throats.
If rugby lovers know Ben O’Keeffe well, considered one of the best referees on the planet, the 34-year-old New Zealander is now known worldwide. Appointed to referee the quarter-final of the Rugby World Cup between France and South Africa, some of his decisions have great difficulty going over among Blues supporters. After the cruel defeat of the Blues, Internet users attacked him on social networks.
Harassed since the disillusionment experienced by Antoine Dupont’s teammates, Ben O’Keeffe has been at the center of discussions for more than two weeks now. If many personalities from the world of rugby have spoken out in recent days, it is now Bill Beaumont’s turn to give his opinion on the issue. Questioned by the Sunday Newspaper This October 29, the boss of World Rugby began by evoking the legitimate feeling that crossed the French supporters. “We understand that emotions ran high after the host nation lost in the quarter-finals, and it is always difficult when a team carrying the hopes of an entire nation leaves the competition.”he analyzes, before mentioning more precisely the case of the New Zealander: “But Ben is a fantastic referee and we will never let anyone question his integrity.”
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