Hull KR Chris Clarkson charged by RFL for dangerous throw

Image: Chris Clarkson could be banned for up to five matches

Hull KR forward Chris Clarkson has been charged with a Grade D dangerous throw in his side's 31-12 Betfred Super League win over Widnes.

Clarkson was given a yellow card on 45 minutes for a dangerous tackle on Rhys Hanbury.

The Rugby Football League's match review panel referred the 28-year-old former Leeds second rower to an independent operational rules tribunal on Tuesday.

Highlights of Hull KR's win over Widnes

If found guilty, Clarkson would be facing a ban of three to five matches.

Hull KR sit ninth in Super League with three wins from their first 10 games. They travel to third-placed Warrington Wolves on Saturday.

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Meanwhile, Widnes prop Wellington Albert has received a caution for use of knees in the same game.

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