PARIS – All Blacks rugby icon Dan Cater said there were no excuses for his behaviour after he was stopped in Paris by French police for drink-driving.
Carter on Friday apologised for a "massive error in judgement".
The two-time World Cup winner plays for defending French champions Racing 92. No-one was hurt in the incident. "I made a massive error of judgment and have let down my club, my fans and most importantly my family," the 34-year-old posted on his Facebook page.
"I will have to now let the police/court process run its course and face the consequences. I am just glad no one was harmed. Sorry." Carter's alcohol level was measured at 0.8 grams per litre of blood but he was neither detained nor arrested, although he will be expected to go to a local police station.
With his alcohol level measured at just above the legal limit, Carter could be punished by a six-point penalty on his driving licence. If the case goes to court, then a fine of $4 800 (R68 000) or even a two-year jail sentence could be imposed.