Tom Curry will face no disciplinary action over an alleged altercation with Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi following England's victory last month. The incident, which occurred in the tunnel after a heated match at Allianz Stadium, saw Contepomi accuse the England flanker of shoving him and using obscene language.
The Argentina coach had described Curry as a “bully” and claimed the player forcibly pushed him. The confrontation stemmed from a late tackle by Curry on full-back Juan Cruz Mallia, which resulted in a serious knee injury. Contepomi believed the challenge warranted a harsher penalty than the one awarded.
Six Nations Rugby, the tournament organiser for the Quilter Nations Series, conducted a review of the incident. In a statement, the organisation said it had considered all available information, statements, and footage, and acknowledged the highly charged end to the fixture. It concluded that no formal sanction would be issued to either party on this occasion.
The governing body added that the incident would remain on record, and any similar future conduct by either party could be brought to the attention of a disciplinary committee. England head coach Steve Borthwick defended Curry, stating his character was “impeccable” and that he was a “very respectful guy”.
