SMH.com.au·3 min read·medium
Wests Tigers officials blindsided by Luai’s appearance at PNG golf tournament
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Christian Nicolussi
✦AI Summary
Wests Tigers officials were surprised to learn of star player Jarome Luai's trip to Papua New Guinea for a golf tournament via social media. Luai, who is set to join a PNG-based team in 2028, had received permission to stay in Townsville for medical reasons following a leg injury.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the complexities of player management and the growing influence of international sports diplomacy in the NRL.
— 5:44pm , first published 10:15am
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