Zak Hardaker hits out after being fined by RFL for celebrating

Warriors centre Zak Hardaker has been fined again by the RFL for celebrating during a match.

By Phil Wilkinson

Published 4th Dec 2020, 08:38 BST

Updated 4th Dec 2020, 08:40 BST

Zak Hardaker during the semi-final win against Hull FC

Players were given guidelines when the season resumed about what celebrations were allowed, to try and reduce the risk of spreading Covid-19.

Fist bumps or a pat on the back were allowed but anyone hugging risked a fine, which was initially £250 before being reduced.

Hardaker took to Twitter to say: "Well just received ANOTHER fine for CELEBRATING in the Hull match. No high fives or hugs or anything of that sort. Every other sport celebrates really don’t understand why they do it in RL. Definitely needs looking at ahead of next year. #Joke."

He found support from team-mate Oliver Gildart, who replied: "Absolute joke make us play three games a week, not on full salary, no recovery or treatment allowed then fine us for celebrating shambles."