(Reuters) - England coach Steve Borthwick said captain Owen Farrell had been subjected to
"personal attacks" in the aftermath of his red card against Wales, which has left the flyhalf's Rugby World Cup future hanging in the balance.
Borthwick was surprised at Farrell's case being re-opened and defended the player, joining Owen's father and Ireland coach Andy Farrell who described the disciplinary process as a"disgusting circus". "The commentary around it seems to move from issues around the tackle to personal attacks on the character of the man, which I think is just wrong. Owen has handled himself through this process in a really respectful manner."
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