The NRL's top ref surfaces trackside after a $400k gambling scandal — turns out the only thing he's more comfortable with than a whistle is a betting slip.
Ashley Klein Back on Field Amid $400K Gambling Row
Ashley Klein, the NRL's top referee, has returned to the sideline despite being caught up in a $400,000 gambling controversy. The league's decision to keep him officiating has sparked debate, with critics questioning the integrity of the game. Klein's comeback signals the NRL's willingness to move past the scandal, but the scrutiny isn't going away.
Source: Ashley Klein Back on Field Amid $400K Gambling Row — SMH.com.au
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