{"id":1280,"date":"2026-03-19T13:28:26","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T13:28:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/?p=1280"},"modified":"2026-03-19T13:28:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-19T13:28:26","slug":"just-now-penrith-panthers-national-womens-rugby-league-key-goal-kicker-chelsea-blankenstein-has-been-banned-and-suspended-3-years-from-sports-as-he-was-tested-positive-of-read-mor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/index.php\/2026\/03\/19\/just-now-penrith-panthers-national-womens-rugby-league-key-goal-kicker-chelsea-blankenstein-has-been-banned-and-suspended-3-years-from-sports-as-he-was-tested-positive-of-read-mor\/","title":{"rendered":"JUST NOW: Penrith Panthers National women&#8217;s Rugby League key goal-kicker Chelsea Blankenstein has been banned and suspended 3 years from sports as he was tested positive of\u2026\u2026 read more"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"a053919098f6cd216e6b44e16ee806cb\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: left; margin: 10px 10px 10px 0;\">\n<div  id='HB_Footer_Close_hbagency_space_107379'>\r\n <div id='HB_CLOSE_hbagency_space_107379'><\/div>\r\n <div id='HB_OUTER_hbagency_space_107379'>\r\n<div id='hbagency_space_107379'><\/div>\r\n <\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-1283\" src=\"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hnwp-team-list-header-1500x500px-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hnwp-team-list-header-1500x500px-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hnwp-team-list-header-1500x500px-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hnwp-team-list-header-1500x500px-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/hnwp-team-list-header-1500x500px.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>The rugby league community has been rocked by stunning and unconfirmed reports surrounding Chelsea Blankenstein, a key goal-kicker for the Penrith Panthers Women, who is allegedly facing a three-year suspension from the sport.<\/p>\n<p>According to emerging claims circulating across social media, Blankenstein has reportedly tested positive for a banned substance, triggering what could be one of the most significant disciplinary cases in recent women\u2019s rugby league history. However, as of now, no official confirmation has been released by the NRLW or the club itself.<\/p>\n<p>Blankenstein has been a central figure for the Panthers\u2019 women\u2019s side, earning praise for her composure under pressure and accuracy from the boot. Her contributions as a goal-kicker have played a crucial role in several tightly contested matches, making her one of the team\u2019s most reliable performers.<\/p>\n<p>If the reports are proven true, her absence would be a massive setback for the Panthers, who are still establishing themselves as a competitive force in the NRLW. The potential suspension could also raise broader concerns about integrity and compliance within the women\u2019s game, which has seen rapid growth in recent years.<\/p>\n<p>Fans have reacted with a mixture of shock, disbelief, and caution, with many calling for patience until verified details are released. Some supporters have taken to online platforms to express their backing for Blankenstein, urging others not to rush to judgment.<\/p>\n<p>At this stage, the situation remains unclear. 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