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Sport: Dallaglio resigns in wake of newspaper allegations

Lawrence Dallaglio has resigned as England Rugby Union captain but he has denied newspaper allegations about drugs. He has also withdrawn from the squad to tour Australia.

His decision follows a meeting with the English RFU. Mr Dallaglio is to address a news conference tomorrow. The England coach, Clive Woodward, said Dallaglio was shocked and devastated. Martin Johnson of Leicester Tigers is to take over as captain.