Exeter Chiefs Launches Investigation Into Racist Abuse Aimed Towards Ugo Monye
Creator: Charlie
Ugo Monye has had a great career on and off the pitch. He has become a very influential voice in British rugby. Monye has reported that he had racist comments aimed at him exiting Sandy Park. Monye, Exeter Chiefs, and the league have come out to disapprove of the fan.
Monye’s Response
Monye had a fantastic career as an English player and wore the famous white jersey many times. Since retiring, Monye has become a great pundit, doing brilliant work for the BBC, ITV, and BT. On the weekend, he was covering the Chiefs and Gloucester game. Monye has taken to X and explained the situation.
"Disgraceful. No one said a word, challenged or even reported it."
Exeter’s Response
The Chiefs have made a statement after the incident.
"In light of recent accusations about an incident of racist abuse at Sandy Park. Following the conclusion of our victory over Gloucester in the Gallagher Premiership. Exeter will be launching a full investigation.
"This behaviour will not be tolerated at our rugby club, and we condemn it in the strongest possible terms.
"Our team will begin to review CCTV footage from the stadium immediately. To identify the individual in question. We would like to extend our sincerest apologies to Ugo Monye. a member of the rugby community who everyone at our club respects.
"If anyone has any information about this incident, we will ask you to contact the Chiefs as soon as possible."
The League’s Response
The league has also come out with a statement.
"Premiership Rugby is aware of the accusations of racist abuse suffered by Ugo Monye at Sandy Park. Following the Exeter match against Gloucester."
All quotes via Sky Sports
It isn't very reassuring to see this happen. There is no place for it in the game.