Harlequins unhappy with Joe Marler’s punishment

David Skippers

Harlequins have expressed their disappointment at the sanction imposed on Joe Marler following a recent indiscretion while on England duty.

The front-row received a 10-week suspension for grabbing the testicles of Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones during a Six Nations encounter between the teams at Twickenham last week.

“Harlequins notes the disciplinary decision regarding Joe Marler. Whilst not in any way condoning Joe’s actions last Saturday we are disappointed at the level of sanction applied, particularly when compared to other disciplinary decisions announced this week,” read the statement.

“The club will be making no further comment on the situation and is fully focused on this weekend’s Premiership Rugby Cup Final against Sale Sharks.”