NRL Judiciary's Decision on Spencer Leniu: A Comprehensive Summary

TLDRSpencer Leniu has been handed an 8-match suspension by the NRL Judiciary for a racial slur he directed at Ezra M. Despite claiming ignorance, Leniu's plea of genuine remorse was rejected. The Roosters stand behind Leniu, believing he is not racist.

Key insights

😡Spencer Leniu receives an 8-match suspension for a racial slur directed at Ezra M.

🤷‍♂️Leniu claimed ignorance of the word 'monkey' as a racial slur.

💪The Roosters argue Leniu's guilt plea and remorse should be considered in the suspension.

🌍The NRL establishes that a racial slur is a racial slur, regardless of the source.

🤝Leniu expresses a desire to apologize to Ezra M in person, but the offer is rejected.

Q&A

What was Spencer Leniu suspended for?

Spencer Leniu was suspended for a racial slur directed at Ezra M.

Did Leniu claim ignorance of the racial slur?

Yes, Leniu claimed ignorance of the word 'monkey' as a racial slur.

Does the Roosters support Leniu?

Yes, the Roosters stand behind Leniu, believing he is not racist.

How long is Leniu's suspension?

Leniu has been suspended for 8 matches.

Did Leniu offer to apologize to Ezra M?

Yes, Leniu expressed a desire to apologize in person, but the offer was rejected.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The NRL Judiciary hands Spencer Leniu an 8-match suspension for a racial slur directed at Ezra M.

00:10Leniu claims ignorance of the word 'monkey' as a racial slur.

00:20The Roosters argue Leniu's guilt plea and remorse should be considered in the suspension.

01:30The NRL establishes that a racial slur is a racial slur, regardless of the source.

01:45Leniu expresses a desire to apologize to Ezra M in person, but the offer is rejected.