Franse uitsaaiers verdedig TV‑skeidsregter ná Van Graan se kritiek | Netwerk24
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“Franse uitsaaiers verdedig TV‑skeidsregter ná Van Graan se kritiek”
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Three independent web search results confirm that Johann van Graan criticized the lack of TV images provided by the host broadcasters (France Televisions) regarding headshots in a Champions Cup semi-final, and that French TV officials/bosses responded to/defended their position in return.
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— South African Van Graan claimed the match officials missed three "clear headshots" on No.8 Alfie Barbeary due to a lack of TV images provided by host broadcasters, France Televisions.
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260504-french-tv-defend-champ…
https://www.rfi.fr/en/sports/20260504-french-tv-defend-champ…
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— Van Graan claimed match officials missed three “clear headshots” on No 8 Alfie Barbeary in Bath’s 38-26 semi-final loss at Bordeaux-Begles on Sunday. The South African blamed the inaction of match off…
https://www.sarugbymag.co.za/french-tv-bosses-hit-back-van-g…
https://www.sarugbymag.co.za/french-tv-bosses-hit-back-van-g…
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— Bath boss Johann van Graan has taken aim at the French TV directors after three dangerous tackles went unpunished in the Investec Champions Cup semi-final on Sunday.
https://www.planetrugby.com/news/johann-van-graan-hints-at-d…
https://www.planetrugby.com/news/johann-van-graan-hints-at-d…
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