The BBC criticizes the online abuse of Six Nations reporter Sonja McLaughlan

Sonja McLaughlan

The BBC has strongly criticized the online abuse of reporter Sonja McLaughlan following the live broadcast of the 40-24 Welsh Six Nations win over England in Cardiff in Cardiff. .

McLaughlan interviewed England captain Owen Farrell and head coach Eddie Jones, as well as Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones, after Saturday’s game.

She said she was taken aback by abusive comments afterwards.

The BBC has issued a statement in support of McLaughlan.

“BBC Sport strongly condemns the online abuse suffered by Sonja McLaughlan following the Wales v England match,” he said.

“Sonja has long been a key member of our Six Nations team and we have our full support.”

After the game, McLaughlan wrote on Twitter: “Toxic, embarrassing, disgraceful, appalling. Just some of the feedback I received.

“Thanks for using @sign up until it’s all hit home … Now imagine being pregnant with abuse to do your job. In my car crying. The hope you enjoy. “

In response to the post, England Rugby said: “Sonja, we are very sorry to hear this and hope you are OK. There is no abuse to do your job properly and we stand together riut.

“We’ll see you for the next one. Keep your head high and know your support.”

Read a post from the official Six Nations account: “Sonja, we will join the rest of the rugby community in saying that this is not all right. Respect is the value of rugby that we hold in high esteem.

“Abuse of public figures or members of the media on social media or anywhere else will not be tolerated.”

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