Sunday 3 June 2018 14:09, UK
Joel Tomkins will not be considered for selection by the Wigan Warriors for the next four weeks over a disciplinary matter.
Video emerged on Sunday of Tomkins and brother Sam, who is leaving the club to join Catalans Dragons, being abusive and threatening to staff in a local bar Fifteens five weeks ago.
The bar owner said on Sunday that both players have since apologised to the staff for their behaviour, but Wigan have now meted out their internal disciplinary action while a longer investigation continues.
As well as being stood down from first-team selection, Joel Tomkins has been fined £10,000, while Sam has been hit with a £5,000 fine.
Wigan also said in a statement that discussions would take place about Joel Tomkins' long-term future at the club.
Executive director Kris Radlinski said: "I was pretty disgusted at the video that I saw on Saturday evening.
"Our players know and fully understand the role that they have to play within the community and to see two of our high profile, senior players behave in such a way, disappointed me greatly.
"They aren't just role models for the young kids in the town, they're role models for the younger players in the squad. It is impossible to put a strong culture in place if players you trust to drive those standards act in such a way.
"All players are allowed periods of downtime but know that they must act responsibly and in a manner fitting of a professional sportsman.
"Having spoken to both Joel and Sam this morning they both expressed shame and regret about their behaviour and the effects it has had on all of the individuals concerned. Both of them are fully aware that they have disrespected the Club and the town - and let themselves and their families down."
