Leinster backing Tadhg Furlong’s good character over alleged groin-grabbing incident

Leinster assistant coach Robin McBryde has backed Tadhg Furlong’s character after the Ireland prop was cited over an alleged groin-grabbing incident involving Munster’s Gavin Coombes during last Saturday’s interprovincial derby at the Aviva Stadium.McBryde said the disciplinary process must take its course but expressed confidence in Furlong’s record as Leinster began preparations for Friday’s United Rugby Championship (URC) trip to Connacht.The 33-year-old tight head was cited over an incident in the 37th minute, when Coombes alleged his genitals had been grabbed. Referee Andrew Brace asked television match official Colin Stanley to review the footage, but no evidence of foul play was identified at the time.Citing commissioner Peter Ferguson lodged a complaint on Monday under Law 9.27, which prohibits conduct contrary to good sportsmanship, including grabbing, twisting or squeezing an opponent’s genitals. A hearing date has yet to be announced.If the charge is upheld, Furlong could be suspended for Ireland’s Nations…

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