Herald Classics: Readers' reactions to 2007 World Cup loss

2007: Richie McCaw, left, and Carl Hayman during the All Blacks' loss to France in the quarterfinal of the 2007 Rugby World Cup. Photo / Brett Phibbs

Following ther All Blacks' devastating loss to France in the quarterfinal of the 2007 Rugby World Cup, the Herald asked for its readers views on the game.

Was referee Wayne Barnes at fault for missing that forward plus? Was the All Blacks' rotation policy in the leadup to the Cup responsible.

The number of angry comments received - 5342 - remains a record. Relive the moment, the anger, the fury, the despair:

All Blacks No 8 Rodney So'oialo (centre) at the end of the game. Photo / Brett Phibbs

An emotional Mils Muliania emotional during a media session after France's shock win. Photo / Brett Phibbs