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Amy Wilson-Hardy: British Olympic Association investigates alleged racist message

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The British Olympic Association says it is investigating an alleged racist message sent by Team GB rugby sevens player Amy Wilson-Hardy.

A screengrab of what appeared to be a WhatsApp message from the 32-year-old appeared on Instagram, with the person posting it alleging racism.

Wilson-Hardy played for Team GB in their 17-7 quarter-final defeat by the United States on Monday.

She has played 15-a-side rugby for England and played for Bristol Bears, Wasps and Ealing Trailfinders in Premiership Women’s Rugby.

A BOA spokesperson said: “The British Olympic Association has been made aware of an image published on a social media platform and is investigating the matter.”

Wilson-Hardy also played for Team GB at Rio 2016.

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