Yannick Youyoutte has received a hefty suspension for a dangerous tackle on Manie Libbok in last week’s Investec Champions Cup clash between the DHL Stormers and Toulon.

Flyhalf Libbok was taken to hospital with concussion after being knocked out by lock Youyoutte in the 72nd minute of the 24-14 win for the French giants in Gqeberha.

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Youyoutte been suspended for five weeks, but could see his sanction reduced by one week if the 25-year-old participates in the World Rugby coaching intervention programme, the EPCR said on Thursday.

Libbok, 27, will miss the Stormers’ round 2 game at Harlequins in London on Saturday as a result of concussion protocols.

Youyoutte will miss Toulon’s next Champions Cup game against Glasgow Warriors and the following three Top 14 clashes against Pau, Bordeaux-Begles and Racing 92.

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