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Russell Packer appears to have form in the on-field urinary stakes, with the New Zealand Warriors prop accused of taking a similar leak last year.
Graphic footage of Packer relieving himself moments before Monday night's kick-off at Suncorp Stadium has earned his club a $15,000 fine and the code unwanted humiliation from international sports media outlets.
The NRL labelled the incident as "completely unacceptable", but will be even more aghast to learn this is not the first time Packer has snubbed hygenic convention while kitted up for a game.
A sideline commentator last night revealed that he'd witnessed Packer urinating on the turf during New Zealand's round two clash against Parramatta at Parramatta Stadium last year.
The commentator, who requested his name be withheld, was standing metres away when Packer squatted to the ground in what appeared to be a stretch with teammates who were also on the interchange bench.
"It was about midway through the half and the guys on the bench were stretching and going through their warm-ups in preparation to go back on to the field," the commentator said.
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"Russell Packer was squatting down and then he started pissing straight down into the ground.
"He then got his water bottle and started squirting it onto his groin, in what I assume was an attempt to hide the fact he was taking a leak.
"But it was too late because I saw him urinate before he poured the water bottle.
"It was just gross."
Asked if he was certain the offending player was Packer, the commentator replied: "One million per cent certain.
"I sat there scratching my head, wondering what he was thinking and I've since recounted the story to colleagues and friends.
"I've even consciously looked out for him in Warriors games I've covered since, but Monday night was the first time I've seen him do it again."
The allegation was put to Warriors CEO Wayne Scurrah, who did not respond last night.
In a statement released earlier on Tuesday, Scurrah said Packer "deeply regretted" his actions and that the club would "consider its options" before responding to the NRL's $15,000 breach notice.
And after joking "u gotta go u gotta go lol"on Twitter straight after fulltime, Packer made a more genuine - albeit somewhat ham-fisted - bid at contrition.
"Hey guys just a quick apology to you and your family regarding my accident last night," he tweeted. "It has offended some which i (sic) am sorry it was an unfortunate thing that happened. I hope this apology eases your mind somewhat and helps you move on from it as i (sic) will be doing."
Brisbane coach Andy Griffin and CEO Paul White did not respond to inquiries about health concerns on behalf of their players.
NRL doctor Ron Muratore also said it was impossible to measure the risk of infection generated by Packer's actions without knowing his medical condition.
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