Jai Arrow's 100th game farewell lifts South Sydney past Roosters

South Sydney player Jai Arrow has motor neurone disease. He walked onto the field for his 100th game, then left before kick-off in a ceremonial farewell. The Rabbitohs thrashed the Roosters 50-20.

Why it mattersArrow's farewell shows how sport can unite people around human struggle. His courage inspires his teammates as they push toward the finals.

AustraliaArrow has become a public face of the fight against motor neurone disease in Australia, and South Sydney's rally around him signals the NRL's commitment to supporting players facing serious illness.

✓ Claims checked against the source. checked 4 d ago