Wighton’s testing week ends in tears and triumph as Raiders sneak home

Wighton’s testing week ends in tears and triumph as Raiders sneak home

The Sydney Morning Herald

Jamal Fogarty’s 84th-minute field goal has helped Canberra avoid a disastrous defeat and beat the Dolphins 31-30 in NRL golden point in Wagga Wagga.

Jack Wighton capped his week in the headlines with a stunning display to help the Raiders lead 18-0 before the never-say-die Dolphins fought their way back to force a 30-30 draw after 80 minutes.

Wighton, who has been subjected to online abuse this week after announcing he would join South Sydney next season, later broke down in tears in an on-field television interview.

The Raiders were camped deep in Dolphins’ territory late in regulation...

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