Canberra Raiders News

Horsburgh closer to leaving Raiders after permission to talk to other clubs granted.

The Canberra Times

Corey Horsburgh's release request from the Canberra Raiders is a step closer to happening after he was given permission to talk to other clubs.

Horsburgh has had a falling out with Raiders coach Ricky Stuart and was given permission by the club to explore his options for next season on Monday - despite being contracted to the Green Machine until the end of 2027.

The 26-year-old has yet to speak to any clubs, but a few names have already popped up - St George Illawarra, the Dolphins, the Brisbane Broncos and Wests Tigers all potential suitors for the Queensland prop.

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The Daily Telegraph

The Bulldogs have slammed the behaviour of fans who taunted a well-known Canberra Raiders supporter on Sunday and are "profoundly disheartened by the display of intimidation and inappropriate conduct" that occurred after the win at Belmore Oval.

Simon Tayoun has become a cult hero among NRL fans as the drum-carrying leader of the "Viking clap" celebration after Raiders wins.

He travels to every home and away game and was surrounded by Bulldogs fans while leaving Belmore Sportsground...

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Canterbury Bulldogs investigate video of supporters harassing Canberra Raiders drummer Simon Tayoun, a popular fan hero.

Canberra Weekly

The Canterbury Bulldogs have launched an investigation into footage circulating online which shows a group of Bulldogs supporters surrounding and pushing Canberra drummer Simon Tayoun.

Tayoun has become a cult hero among NRL fans, carrying a drum to every Raiders home and away game and leading the club's "Viking clap" celebration after wins.

After Canterbury pipped the Raiders in a seesawing 22-18 win at Belmore Sportsground on Sunday, footage showed the popular Canberra fan being surrounded by several Bulldogs supporters.

@PhilGould15 This is Simon the Canberra Raiders...

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