Blackburn defender substituted with irregular heart beat

Gael Givet had to be substituted in Blackburn's 2-1 defeat to Sunderland after concerns about his high heart rate.

The defender has suffered with the condition throughout his career and has not been taken to hospital, but is under the close watch of club medical staff.

The news come as a blow for Steve Kean's side, as the Frenchman has been a regular part of the Rovers defence this season.