Matt Smith, a member of the Rugby Football Union Council, has officially resigned from his position. This decision comes in the wake of significant backlash over his online comments about Maggie Alphonsi.
Alphonsi, a celebrated World Cup-winning former England international, was the subject of Smith's remarks, which have been described as discriminatory.
The resignation took effect on June 9, 2026, marking a notable response to the controversy surrounding his statements.