SYDNEY - A code of conduct hearing to determine the fate of Wallabies fullback Israel Folau will be held on 4 May after Rugby Australia's decision to sack him over anti-gay comments, it was announced Monday.
"Rugby Australia has today confirmed the code of conduct hearing for Wallabies and Waratahs back Israel Folau will commence on Saturday 4 May," the governing body said. They will consider the case and decide what punishment, if any, is appropriate - ranging from a fine to a suspension or the sack. Rugby Australia chief Raelene Castle has said Folau had been repeatedly warned about his social media use but ignored the overtures and refused to apologise.
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