New Zealand Warriors winger Marcelo Montoya has been suspended for four games after calling opponent Kyle Feldt a “f*****” in his side’s round 5 win over North Queensland last Friday.

The flyer was apologetic after the hearing on Tuesday night and was quick to confirm he was not homophobic.

“I’m not a homophobe; gays in the community are valued,” Montoya said

“It was in the heat of the moment and that’s the word that came out.”

The NRL were fighting for a six week ban but the 4-week suspension was handed down after Montoya pleaded guilty.