Ulster and Ireland Rugby player Craig Gilroy has issued an apology after the Ulster board confirmed that the player is under review.
Gilroy’s apology comes after it was discovered that he sent an inappropriate WhatsApp message back in June 2016 that relates to the Paddy Jackson and Stuart Olding case.
In a statement released on Tuesday Gilroy said the following: “I would like to apologise unreservedly for any offence caused by the Whatsapp message I sent in June 2016.”
“I would just like to clarify it was sent privately and not part of any group chat. Regardless, my comment was totally inappropriate and is not an accurate reflection of my beliefs nor Ulster Rugby’s values.”
“I take full responsibility for my actions and in future will ensure the language I use in private or public better reflects who I am and what I stand for.”
“I am deeply sorry for the hurt my comment caused.”
The statement which was published via Gilroy’s personal twitter account came after the Ulster rugby board confirmed that the player will take no part in this weekend’s Pro 14 clash with Edinburgh in Murrayfield.