Canberra Raiders NRL News

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart hopeful for finals after impressive comeback win, led by surprising player.

Canberra Weekly

A stunning late try from the most unlikely of sources that capped off a thrilling 26-24 comeback over St George Illawarra has Canberra coach Ricky Stuart praying for a miracle finals berth.

Down by four points with two minutes remaining on Saturday, Corey Horsburgh attempted to grubber through for himself 10 metres from the Dragons' line.

The big prop mistimed the kick, shinning it horribly, but somehow ended up with the footy and crashed over to stun the 11,189 in attendance at Jubilee Stadium.

Young fullback Kaeo Weekes iced the conversion from the sideline to put the...

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Ricky Stuart denies personal issues with Corey Horsburgh after matchwinning try against Dragons. Injury prone.

Fox League

Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has revealed there's "nothing personal" between him and Corey Horsburgh amid rumours of a fractured relationship following the back rower's matchwinning try against the Dragons.

Trailing by four points with minutes on the clock, the one-time Origin representative put in a grubber which ultimately landed in his hands to score a four-pointer that stunned the Red V.

The 26-year-old has played only five NRL games this season, with injuries and suspensions keeping him sidelined for extended periods.

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Rapana suffers serious facial injuries, hopes to play despite missing final game. Career ends abruptly.

The Canberra Times

Jordan Rapana has a fractured eye socket, cheekbone and a broken nose.

And "if I had it my way, I feel like I could play this week".

Rapana's NRL career ends without so much as a farewell game after he missed Canberra's final round game against St George Illawarra.

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