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Harlequins prop Joe Marler has made himself unavailable for selection for England’s Test against Wales and three-Test tour to Australia. Pascal Siakam Jersey . Marler has established himself as a key player in Eddie Jones squad and featured in all five of their Grand Slam matches in the Six Nations. Joe Marler was banned for two weeks for kicking an opponent during Harlequins European Challenge Cup win against Grenoble But he has also courted controversy in recent months for a couple of on-field incidents. First he was given a two-match ban for offensive comments made to Wales forward Samson Lee, before serving a two-week ban in April after committing an act of foul play during Harlequins win over Grenoble in the Challenge Cup.Having discussed his immediate future with Jones, Marler - who has won 42 caps - has decided to take time out from international rugby.It has been a very enjoyable but sometimes difficult season, Marler said in an official RFU statement. Marler will take some time out from international rugby After speaking to Eddie in Brighton, I have decided that the best thing for me is to take a rest and not go to Australia.Whenever you play for England, you have to be 100% and unfortunately Im not in that place at the moment. Its not a decision Ive come to lightly, but I feel I would be letting my teammates and my country down if I were to tour. I think a short rest will really help me recharge my batteries so I can start next season with the energy and focus thats needed to perform at the highest level.Jones himself offered his backing to Marlers decision and insisted he still has a big future with England.Joe played brilliantly during the Six Nations and he will be a big loss in Australia, said Jones. Watch our exclusive interview with England head coach Eddie Jones Joe knows better than anyone what it takes to be part of a winning international team and he obviously doesnt feel like hes quite there at the moment.We fully support Joes difficult decision and admire his honesty.Hes a young man with a very bright future. Theres no doubt in my mind hell use this time wisely and come back feeling refreshed and ready to be part of England again.Watch England v Wales on May 29. Coverage begins on Sky Sports 3 HD at 2:30pm. Also See: Jones: No contact with Armitage Itoje lands European award Itoje lands European award RPA supports Six Nations move Tracy Mcgrady Raptors Jersey . Klose has a bruised pelvic bone and abdominal muscle problems but team doctors are trying to get him fit in time for the match. Bender has a hamstring injury. Germany is already without half-dozen players, due to injury or bad form. OG Anunoby Jersey .Ryan Anderson had 14 points for the Pelicans, who trailed 78-63 after three periods before trimming the deficit to 86-83. Jrue Holiday had 13 points and Eric Gordon added 12 for New Orleans.Mike Scott and Jeff Teague each had 11 points for Atlanta. http://www.nbaraptorsonline.com/Authentic-Kyle-Lowry-Jersey/ . It was the most lopsided loss in Lakers history. Darren Collison had a team-high 24 points while starting at shooting guard for the injured Jamal Crawford. Chris Paul added 13 points and 11 assists for the Clippers, who apparently are trying to make up for decades of humiliation at the hands of the Lakers all in one season; theyve won the last two meetings by a combined 84 points.Jenson Button says speculation over his future remains guesswork until he makes his mind up about whether he wants to prolong his F1 career into 2017. In interviews with Sky Sports during the British GP weekend, Button outlined his terms for staying in the sport for an 18th season - making clear he wanted to be in a car capable of fighting for podiums.McLaren, who will make a decision over whether to retain the Briton or promote reserve driver Stoffel Vandoorne no earlier than September, are targeting a big performance jump in 2017, but stand only seventh in the Constructors Championship and have finished on the podium at only one race since 2012. Fresh reports ahead of last weekends British GP suggested Williams, the team where Button began his career, have placed the 36-year-old on their short list as they mull their own driver line-up for next season.But Button told Sky F1: Its all guesswork because nobody has a clue what is going on. Not until Ive made my mind up on what l do for next year. The team have already said were not going to discuss anything until September, so I dont know why theres such speculation. Well see then. For now, just trying to enjoy the racing. Hungary will hopefully be better and we can fight for some points.Vandoorne: It has to happpen in 2017Put to him by Johnny Herbert that he did not look like a driver ready to say goodbye to F1, Button replied: At this moment in time, no. Norman Powell Raptors Jersey. But well see in a few months and then Ill make a decision.The 2009 world champion claimed McLarens last race win nearly four years ago and made clear at Silverstone I dont want to be racing if Im just making up the numbers. With a return to the podium his target for any 2017 campaign, Button says McLaren need to take a good step forward to return to that level of performance.Driver market discussion in F1 ReportI want to be fighting for podiums, the 36-year-old said. Ive put a lot of hard work in here over the last few years with the new [Honda] partnership. Its been a really exciting project to be fair, having an input and knowing that youre making a difference on the aerodynamic side, but also on the engine side.But we need to take a good step for next year to be competitive - and if Im going to be racing in F1 next year thats what I want and what I need. Also See: Vandoorne: 2017 must be my year The F1 Gossip Column Brundle: Silverstone delivers again Get Sky F1: Every race live ' ' '