Former Wales and British & Irish Lions star Mike Phillips has been hit with a 25-month ban after confessing to drink-driving.
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The 41-year-old former Wales and British & Irish Lions scrum-half was found to be three times over the legal limit when apprehended in Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, on July 7.
Appearing at Llandrindod Wells Magistrates’ Court, Phillips, who registered his full name as William Mike Phillips, was reported to have been driving an Audi A4 during the incident.
Rugby star Mike Phillips has been handed a 25-month ban after admitting drink-driving. The 41-year-old former Wales international was three times over the limit when he was arrested in Llanwrtyd Wells, Powys, on 7 July.
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The court heard that Phillips had 108 micrograms of alcohol per 100ml of breath, significantly above the legal limit of 35.
Phillips, who donned the Welsh jersey with distinction, will see his ban reduced by 25 weeks if he completes an awareness course by January 8, 2026. In addition to the driving ban, he was fined £1,153 and ordered to pay a £461 surcharge and £85 in costs.
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