Pocock allegation mars Super clash
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Allegations of homophobic slurs have overshadowed the NSW Waratahs' commanding Super Rugby triumph over the Brumbies at Allianz Stadium.
NSW's 28-13 victory reignited their title defence and bumped the Brumbies off the top of the competition ladder, but David Pocock's sensational allegation to referee Craig Joubert late in the spicy derby marred the Waratahs' celebrations.
A vocal advocate of same-sex marriages, Pocock approached Joubert twice in the final 15 minutes, upset at what the referee deemed to be "pretty aggressive comments" from the Waratahs.
Joubert asked NSW vice-captain M…