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LONDON, England -- Referee Chris White has apologised to Wales for the "misunderstanding" at the end of the Six Nations match with Italy in Rome on Saturday.

Wales, who trailed 23-20, were incensed when White blew for time after they had opted to kick for touch from a penalty in the final seconds, believing they had time for a lineout in bid to create a match-winning try when a goal attempt could have given them a draw.

Angry Wales players remonstrated with White after the final whistle while coach Gareth Jenkins described his decision as "unsatisfactory", saying the referee had told Wales they had time to take the lineout.

"I would like to apologise for the misunderstanding that occurred as the Italy v Wales Six Nations game drew to a close on Saturday," White said in a statement on Sunday.

"I have apologised to the Wales coaching and playing staff for the misunderstanding. I would like to thank them for the good grace with which my apology was accepted."

Italy's victory was the first time they have secured two Six Nations wins in the same season since being admitted to the competition in 2000.


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Referee White, 2nd left, has apologised to Wales for the 'misunderstanding' in Rome.

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