Israel Folau dropped by sponsor Asics over homophobic comments

• Sportswear company says partnership ‘has become untenable’
• Folau facing Australia suspension after breach of contract ruling

Israel Folau has been dropped by Asics in response to homophobic social media posts he published last month. The sportswear company is a personal sponsor for Folau as well as the Wallabies and has acted after the 30-year-old was found to have committed a high-level breach of Rugby Australia’s code of conduct.

“Asics is dedicated to sport and its healthy contribution to society,” a company statement read. “We believe sport is for everyone and we champion inclusivity and diversity.

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