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David RiccioChief Sports Writer

David Riccio is The Sunday Telegraph and CODE Sports chief sports writer with a career in journalism that includes 20 years at News Limited. A former sports editor of The Sunday Telegraph, David is an award-winning reporter who thrives on breaking news and writing in-depth profiles. Regarded as one of rugby league’s leading reporters, having covered grand finals State of Origin and World Cups, David was also a member of our 2016 Rio Olympic Games team and is the author of Alex McKinnon’s book Unbroken.

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - NOVEMBER 02: Eliesa Katoa of Tonga is attended to by a trainer during the Men's Pacific Championships match between the New Zealand Kiwis and Tonga at Eden Park on November 02, 2025 in Auckland, New Zealand. (Photo by Hannah Peters/Getty Images)

Doctors, trainer facing bans over Katoa HIA controversy

Three people at the centre of the Eliesa Katoa concussion drama which left the Tongan and Storm star with bleeding on the brain have been issued bombshell sanctions.

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What was the most memorable quote of 2025?

Grub claims, coaches v journos: 25 best quotes from NRL season

From headbutting controversies to toilet-drinking explanations, rugby league’s biggest personalities have delivered comedy gold throughout the 2025 season in explosive fashion.

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Paris Olympics 2024- Australian skateboarder Chloe Covell takes in Paris and the Champs Elysee before competition starts. Pics Adam Head

‘Definitely reasonable’: Teen Olympian backs social media ban

One of Australia’s teenage Olympic stars has welcomed the government’s under-16 social media ban despite having to deactivate an account where she has more than 300,000 followers.

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Brian Kelly has emerged as a signing target for Parramatta.

NRL Market Watch: Eels target Titans centre as cover for Lomax

Zac Lomax’s sudden exit has put a stretch on Parramatta’s backline stocks, and Titans centre Brian Kelly has emerged as a genuine signing target for the Eels.

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Canterbury Bulldogs will play with names on the backs of their jerseys in their Round 1 season-opening game against St George Illawarra in Las Vegas. Pictured are the Bulldogs' Leo Thompson, Max King, Stephen Crichton and Jacob Kiraz at Belmore Sportsground. Picture: Canterbury Bulldogs

Bulldogs to follow NBA, NFL with Vegas jersey change

Canterbury will break from tradition and add a surprise twist when they run out for their 2026 NRL season opener in Las Vegas, in what’s been described as a win for fans.

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French rugby legend Frederic Michalak and Roosters coach Trent Robinson. Credit: Roosters Digital

Sharks appoint French magician to 2026 staff roster

The playmaker who helped condemn the All Blacks to their worst finish at the Rugby World Cup will join Cronulla as coach Craig Fitzgibbon’s right-hand man in 2026.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 16: Jake Simpkin of the Sea Eagles passes the ball during the round 15 NRL match between Manly Sea Eagles and St George Illawarra Dragons at 4 Pines Park, on June 16, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Jeremy Ng/Getty Images)

NRL predicted teams: Simpkin’s new role a SuperCoach stunner

SuperCoaches are on high alert following the medical retirement of Lachlan Croker, with Jake Simpkin set to slide into the Sea Eagles’ No. 9 jersey for round one.

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Seven huge NRL gambles that could change the 2026 season

Latrell to No.6? Critta to fullback? Seven season-defining calls

How do the Rabbitohs get the most out of their spine? What do the Bulldogs need to do to become a genuine title contender? DAVID RICCIO reveals seven selection gambles that could prove the difference in 2026.

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Members of the Tongan coaching staff have been offered legal advice ahead of the release of findings into Eliesa Katoa’s head-knock saga. Picture: Getty Images

Tonga staff offered legal advice as Katoa report looms

Key members of the Tongan coaching staff have been offered legal advice, as the NRL prepare to hand down their report into the investigation into Eliesa Katoa’s head knock saga.

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The secret to Daniel Atkinson’s plans to turn the Dragons around

After an apprenticeship behind Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall, Daniel Atkinson is ready to step into the limelight with the Red V as he reveals building trust is his primary focus.

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