In a news-style development, Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks head coach Craig Fitzgibbon and his long-term partner, Linda Gray, have shared a deeply personal announcement regarding their private circumstances. The news has prompted an outpouring of empathy and messages of support from members of the rugby league community.
In a brief statement, the couple expressed their appreciation to supporters, friends and well-wishers who have reached out to them during what they described as a difficult and private period. They thanked everyone for their kindness and understanding while asking that their privacy be respected.
Fitzgibbon remains a prominent figure in the National Rugby League, having guided the Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks since taking charge in 2022. His work with the club has made him a familiar and respected figure among Sharks supporters and across the wider rugby league community.
