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Walter James Lewis AM (born 1 December 1959) is an Australian former professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s, and coached in the 1980s and 1990s. He became a commentator for television coverage of the sport.
Jul 31, 2023 · The rugby league legend, nicknamed 'the King', revealed he has chronic traumatic encephalopathy, a form of dementia caused by repeated concussions. He said he was "gobsmacked" by the scan of his brain and had no regrets about his NRL career.
Wally Lewis was a legendary five-eighth and captain of Queensland and Australia, who played in the 1980s and 1990s. He won eight Origin series, two World Cups, a Golden Boot and was named an Immortal in 1999.
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Nov 30, 2023 · In celebration of the Birthday of Wally Lewis, watch some of the 'King's' most memorable State of Origin moments at Lang Park, Brisbane. Subscribe 👉 https:/...
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2 days ago · Wally Lewis was a legendary five-eighth for Queensland and Australia, winning the State of Origin series in 1980 and 1982, and the World Cup in 1988. He played 62 games for Australia, 34 for Queensland, and 80 for Brisbane in the NRL.
Dec 3, 2023 · This week Jimmy is joined by a man who is widely regarded as the greatest rugby league player of all time, The King Wally Lewis! Ladbrokes: https://ladbrokes...
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Jul 30, 2023 · Rugby league legend Wally Lewis is battling a devastating neurodegenerative condition, he revealed in an interview with 60 Minutes on Sunday night. Lewis, a State of Origin hero for Queensland and former captain of Australia, has been diagnosed with “probable CTE”, which stands for chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
