NRL Grand Final Sprint Postponed Again

The NRL's planned grand final sprint has been postponed due to a lack of available players ahead of the Penrith vs. Melbourne match. Originally intended to showcase the league's fastest players on grand final day, the event will not occur this year, though the NRL hopes to hold it in the future with participation from all 17 clubs. Injuries to key players, including Jason Saab and Josh Addo-Carr, have contributed to the decision, and Saab has criticized the timing of the race, arguing that it undermines the ability to crown the fastest player if the best competitors are unavailable. In related news, both Penrith and Melbourne coaches are considering final team adjustments before the NRL decider, with a focus on injured players like Scott Sorensen and Nelson Asofa-Solomona. The anticipation for the grand final remains high as both teams prepare their strategies for the upcoming match.