Harlequins hooker Dave Ward has escaped a citing for spitting and the other acts of foul play alleged at Twickenham on Saturday, but must serve a one-match ban imposed by his club. The 33-year-old has apologised for the stamp – which was punished by a yellow card – but denies spitting at any player. Earlier in the game Ward also appeared to perform a neck roll on Young. “I apologise unreservedly to Thomas Young, Wasps and everyone at Harlequins for my yellow card,” Ward said. In a statement Quins said they are “satisfied there is no case to answer” in reference to the spitting incident.

Source: The Irish Times December 30, 2018 18:56 UTC