Former All Blacks halfback Piri Weepu has admitted to driving drunk last month.
The 2011 Rugby World Cup winner was charged with drink-driving at more than double the legal limit in July.
The 34-year-old faced one charge of driving with excess breath alcohol on Victoria Street in the suburb of Petone, Lower Hutt on July 15.
He appeared in the Hutt Valley District Court this morning. It was revealed that he had 600mcg of alcohol on his breath during the incident.
The former New Zealand international took to social media, confirming the incident.
"I am taking it on the chin and pleading guilty,' said Weepu.
"I 100 per cent admit that what I done was dumb and wrong.
"You know I am extremely embarrassed and sorry to my family and friends and my community.
"I just want to say to everyone that has helped me out so far during this – thank you very much and if you continue to support me it would be wonderful."
Weepu played 71 Tests for the All Blacks, making his debut for New Zealand against Wales in 2004.
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