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Chad Townsend Hospitalised on Flight to Las Vegas

The 35‑year‑old premiership winner was on a flight to Las Vegas when he required urgent medical attention, according to reports.

Chad Townsend, 35, a premiership‑winning forward for the Cronulla Sharks, was treated by a doctor during a flight to Las Vegas ahead of the NRL season opener. The incident, described as “scary,” occurred before the Cowboys vs Knights and Bulldogs vs Dragons matches on Sunday. Townsend’s health is reportedly stable, and he is expected to recover in time for the season.