Rugby

Nadolo on racism in rugby

February 21, 2019 12:00 pm

Fiji-born Winger Nemani Nadolo has opened up about issues of body shaming and name calling he faced during his rugby career.

Rugby pass reports Nadolo was called an “unfit nigga” while playing for the Crusaders in 2014.

Nadolo has faced similar situations throughout his rugby career wherever he goes.

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Last year, a drunken man describes his performance against Clermont as “not bad for a monkey”, while he was out with his family in France.

Nadolo says he is hoping to contribute in making rugby safe for everyone.

The 19 caps former Flying Fijians utility back announced his retirement from the national duties last month.