The majority of New Zealanders watched the Rugby World cup when the All Blacks were playing. Folk sat on the edge of their seats and watched with baited breath; every move was measured with a mental yard stick to ensure there was no infringement from the opposition.

Yet in reality, rugby is only a game, played with 30 people and a bag of wind called a ball. It was a game invented to amuse people and keep them fit.

Seriousness is not the intent of the game; it’s a pity the same seriousness does not apply to some folks’ driving.

A drunk player would not be allowed on the pitch minus their shorts but there are drivers quite happy to drive minus their safety belt.

We all must decide what is more important in life: The safety of others in our contact or that games should be perfectly played.

Ken Jones, Katikati.