FILE PHOTO: Rugby Union - England v Australia - Twickenham Stadium, London, Britain - November 24, 2018 Australia's Israel Folau scores their second try Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs
SYDNEY (Reuters) - Israel Folau's protracted dismissal by Rugby Australia looked no closer to a conclusion on Thursday but the 30-year-old was already being hit hard in the pocket for his decision to post a social media message many viewed as homophobic.
While the panel that on Tuesday adjudged Folau had been guilty of a 'high level' breach of the code of conduct was still considering what sanction to dole out, global sportswear brand Asics cut their ties with the Wallabies fullback.
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