Peter Frilingos Explained

Peter Frilingos (1944–2004) was a sports journalist and commentator, best known for his work as a rugby league writer.^[1]

His reporting methods and integrity came under severe scrutiny during the Super League war.^[2] While he originally supported the ARL, he began openly endorsing Super League after a closed door meeting with News Limited management. This led to him being branded News Limited's "Chief Toady" by Media Watch.

He has an award named after him in the National Rugby League's Dally M Medal, called the 'Peter Frilingos Memorial Award'.

In August 2019, Frilingos was inducted into the National Rugby League Hall of Fame.^{[3] [4]}

Notes and References

1. News: Influential pressman dies at his desk. Sydney Morning Herald. 4 May 2008. 2 November 2022.
2. Book: Coleman, Mike. Super League: The Inside Story.
3. Web site: Peter Sterling leads tributes to Hall of Fame inductee Ray Warren. WWOS.
4. Web site: History made with three contributors added to Hall of Fame. NRL. 13 August 2019 .