Wasps' former Bristol Rugby star David Lemi has apologised to Bath supporters for his offensive celebrations at the end of Saturday's match at the Recreation Ground.

Wasps held on to beat Bath 17-15 after Ryan Davis missed a last-minute conversion – and winger Lemi extended both middle fingers to the crowd in celebration.

But the Samoan, who has escaped a ban, last night issued an apology to Bath's players and supporters.

"I really regret any gestures that may have caused any supporters or players offence at the game on Saturday," said the 27-year-old, who scored one of Wasps' three tries in the match.

"The game was extremely tense and very emotional for me personally. I lost myself in the emotion of the win at the final whistle.

"It was not my intention to offend or make any gesture that would upset anyone in the ground, and I would like to apologise for my actions.

"I have let myself and my team-mates down and I would like to offer my sincere apology for this.

"The game of rugby is one I love and I would never wish to offend any spectator or player through my actions."