CNN —Indigenous Australian rugby league star Ezra Mam has accused an opponent of using a racial slur during a game in Las Vegas on Saturday.
Brisbane Broncos’ Mam made a complaint against Sydney Roosters forward Spencer Leniu during the second half of the National Rugby League’s (NRL) season-opener.
Meanwhile, Broncos coach Kevin Walters told reporters after the game that Mam was “adamant” a racial slur had been used, adding his player was “pretty upset” after the game.
You wouldn’t think it’s still out there,” Reynolds told reporters after the match.
David Becker/Getty ImagesRoosters coach Trent Robinson told reporters he had not spoken to Leniu about the incident in the locker room after the game.
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Las Vegas