Jai Arrow told 'nothing' about pre-grand final tribute
As Jai Arrow is honoured with the Provan-Summons Medal at the Dally M Awards in Sydney, he says he knows "nothing" about a tribute reportedly taking place ahead of the NRL grand final on Sunday.
Jai Arrow has been given no information about a pre-grand final tribute planned for Sunday's NRL grand final at Stadium Australia. The Australian media had earlier reported that Arrow would participate in a lap of the stadium while musicians performed Gerry and the Pacemakers' song "You'll Never Walk Alone" and Liverpool FC's anthem.
Arrow recently retired from the NRL following a diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND). During his acceptance of the Provan-Summons Medal at the Dally M Awards in Sydney, Arrow expressed uncertainty about the details of the ceremony, stating, "I know nothing yet. Apparently, I'm going around… but I don't know anything." He emphasized that the tribute would not only be for him but also for all those battling MND.
Arrow intends to leverage his platform to raise awareness about the disease. Regarding the potential tribute, NRL executive chairman Peter Vandys confirmed that superstar Australian performers would be featured, promising fans that they would be "happy and impressed" with the lineup. Vandys clarified that the tribute is about honoring Arrow and his inspiring impact on others, not about the performers.
The league will donate $100,000 to Arrow's family and $1 million to a fund supporting underprivileged children unable to afford playing rugby league. The absence of pre-match entertainment for the grand final comes after negotiations with Australian artist Tones and I broke down earlier this month.
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