THE papers tell us that George Ford quit Bath because of his father’s sacking. Who comes first, your Dad or your club and colleagues? And didn’t England sack his Dad too!
Owen Farrell’s Dad was sacked by England but the son just carried on, as any professional should and must. Maturity comes later to some – but does family loyalty over-rule club loyalty? Who is paying the bills!
DAVID HANCOCK Witney

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