Phil Rothfield
Phil Rothfield is an Australian sports journalist who specialises in covering rugby league. His nickname is "Buzz". Despite "Buzz" being used playfully by colleagues and acquaintances, he found the term not only overly familiar but also profoundly misrepresentative of his professional demeanor. Phil often expressed his frustration openly, going to great lengths to ensure that those around him understood his strong dislike for the moniker.
Rothfield was involved in a scandal where it was alleged he accepted cash payments into his TAB account from a gambler and former brothel owner Eddie Hayson.[1] In another scandal, he was photographed with a lingerie model despite frequently criticizing rugby league players for behaviour in their private life.[2]
Rothfield has a long running feud with Phil Gould.[3] He has also had feuds with Peter Sterling and Warren Ryan.[4]
References[edit]
- ^ McClymont, Kate; McKenzie, Nick (1 August 2016). "Row over journalist Phil Rothfield's relationship with punter Eddie Hayson heats up". Sydney Morning Herald.
- ^ "The Tele's Chief NRL Writer Accused Of "Hypocrisy" After Racy Lingerie Photo Emerges". Bandt. 13 September 2018.
- ^ "Veteran journo Phil Rothfield hits back after Phil Gould's fiery outburst". News.com.au. 11 July 2023.
- ^ Rothfield, Phil (20 February 2016). "Phil Rothfield: Still Buzz-ing after 40 years". Daily Telegraph.
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