Radio Sport Breakfast
Jim Dolan: Folau has been hit with a feather
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What now for Wallabies star Israel Folau?Folau's post on social media, where he said 'gays should go to hell', caused outrage around the rugby world and was criticised by such figures as openly gay referee Nigel Owens, one of the top-ranked whistle-blowers in the game.He has also got sponsors offside and put major backer Qantas – a vocal proponent of same-sex marriage - in a difficult position.READ MORE: Nigel Owens on Folau - Being gay is not a choiceThe ARU has not punished for the fullback for his comments with new boss Raelene Castle saying, "He wants to see everyone live in a positive world but needs to make sure he's respectful."Australian Radio Network Sports Director Jim Dolan told the Radio Sport Breakfast that Folau's standing in Australian rugby - he is their biggest drawcard and is off contract at the end of the year - complicated matters for the ARU.LISTEN ABOVE AS JIM DOLAN SPEAKS TO THE RADIO SPORT BREAKFASTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.