Leigh Halfpenny left fuming as STAR WARS theme tune interrupts touchline conversion attempt
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Leigh Halfpenny was left fuming as a conversion attempt was interrupted by the Star Wars theme tune.
The Toulon full-back is usually reliable from the tee, having established himself as one of the world's premier kickers with Wales.
But the Lions star had to contend with the latest gimmick from extrovert owner of the French giants Mourad Boudjellal that was rolled out in their 17-11 Top 14 victory on Sunday over Racing 92, report Wales Online.
For as Halfpenny lined up a touchline conversion at the posts, the Star Wars theme tune blasted out like the Millennium Falcon from the Stade Felix Mayol.
(Photo: AFP)
As the sliced kick veered to the right of the posts the 66-times capped Welsh full-back looked like he was ready to take a Light Sabre to the loudspeakers.
The moment was captured by Canal+ TV cameras.
The kicking force didn’t totally escape Halfpenny as four penalties coupled with a Ma’a Nonu try piloted Toulon home for a much-needed win.