French broadcaster hits back at Bath's TMO criticism
Summary
The French TV broadcaster for the Champions Cup responded to Bath rugby coach Johann van Graan’s criticism of the video referee (TMO), saying the referee has access to all camera angles and chooses what to review. Van Graan said some foul play was missed during Bath’s loss to Bordeaux-Begles, but organizers defended the TMO’s access to footage and review process.Key Facts
- Bath rugby coach Johann van Graan complained that fouls were missed by the video referee in their semi-final loss.
- Van Graan pointed out three times when Bath’s Alfie Barbeary was hit in the head but the referee did not act.
- The French broadcaster said the video referee can see every camera angle and footage is not hidden.
- The European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) said the TMO uses two screens: one live feed and one delayed by 5 seconds.
- EPCR said this video process is the same for all matches and every incident can be formally reviewed by the TMO.
- Bath lost the match 38-26 to Bordeaux-Begles.
- The Champions Cup final is set for 23 May between Bordeaux and Leinster.
- Van Graan said some decisions may be influenced by playing away in France but also admitted his team was outplayed.
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