Peter V’landys urges Donald Trump to attend NRL Las Vegas showcase

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Australian Rugby League Commission chairman Peter V’landys has publicly invited US President Donald Trump to attend rugby league’s season-opening event in Las Vegas next month.

Speaking on Fox News, V’landys highlighted the sport’s toughness and suggested Trump’s presence would generate significant publicity.

“Mr President, we want to introduce you to the toughest game on earth, rugby league, in the world’s sport and entertainment capital, Las Vegas,” he said.

“We know you love physical, tough contact sports. There’s no sport more brutal than rugby league, our players don’t wear pads or helmets.”

Former NRL player Aaron Woods reinforced the appeal, presenting a custom rugby league jersey with Trump’s name on it during the Fox broadcast.

The Las Vegas showcase at Allegiant Stadium has been expanded this year to include a women’s Test match between Australia and England, a game between English clubs Wigan and Warrington, and an NRL double-header featuring Canberra v New Zealand and Penrith v Cronulla.

Trump, a keen sports fan who recently attended the Super Bowl and Daytona NASCAR race, has yet to respond to the invitation.

Source: The Guardian

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