Welsh rugby will allow itself to savour a long overdue win but in typical fashion that will not be for too long.
One Test win will not alleviate the chaos and turmoil in which Welsh rugby remains.
Tandy’s next assignment is an uncapped match against the Barbarians at the end of June in Twickenham before three games against Fiji, Argentina and South Africa in the new Nations Championship in July.
In those three months the off-the-field disputes surrounding the future of the Welsh professional game will intensify.
It started just 30 minutes after the final whistle when Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) director of rugby Dave Reddin appeared on television to do a live interview, which had been pre-planned regardless of the result.
Such is the current unpopularity of the WRU, Reddin was castigated on social media for speaking at this particular time and not directly responding to a question from former Wales lock Alun Wyn Jones, which Reddin said he could not hear.
Reddin was also criticised for what he said, as he doubled down on the governing body’s plans to cut a professional men’s side, reducing the number to three.
There will now be a tumultuous period with the WRU trying to push through their controversial policies which they say need to happen to improve Welsh rugby.
Opponents, including fans and politicians, insist four professional teams must remain.
They blame the WRU for the mess Welsh rugby is in and criticise the governing body‘s plan and methods used in trying to implement the proposals.
The WRU faces an extraordinary general meeting (EGM) next month, which includes a vote of no confidence in chair Richard Collier-Keywood, and have a legal battle with Swansea Council who fear for the professional future of the Ospreys.
Supporters and players are still concerned about the uncertainty, while Morgan and Lake moving to Gloucester next season means half of Wales’ starting forward pack will be playing for clubs in England.
Those conflicts might be for another day, but those days will be very soon, probably starting this week.
So Welsh rugby fans should savour this overdue win against Italy for now because the feelings of joy might not last that long.
But let Welsh rugby have that moment at least.
Other things can wait. Even if it is just for today.
