article_snippet: During a Super 15 clash between the Waratahs and Brumbies in Sydney last weekend, the visitors’ vice-captain, David Pocock, twice complained to referee Craig Joubert about homophobic abuse by an opponent.
article_snippet: Days later, the Waratahs’ flanker, Jacques Potgeiter, was fined and apologised for using inappropriate language.
article_snippet: David Pocock twice complained to referee Craig Joubert about homophobic abuse .
article_snippet: The episode has divided opinion Down Under, with many acclaiming Pocock – a staunch supporter of gay rights – for taking a stand, while others have complained that the issue should not have been so publicly exposed.
article_snippet: the Waratahs flanker Jacques Potgeiter (centre) apologised for using inappropriate language .