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Peter Frilingos (1944–2004) was a sports journalist and commentator, best known for his work as a rugby league writer.[1]

His reporting methods and integrity came under severe scrutiny during the Super League war.[2] While he originally supported the ARL, he began openly endorsing Super League after a closed door meeting with News Limited management.[2] This led to him being branded News Limited's "Chief Toady" by Media Watch.[2]

He has an award named after him in the National Rugby League's Dally M Medal, called the 'Peter Frilingos Memorial Award'.[citation needed]

In August 2019, Frilingos was inducted into the National Rugby League Hall of Fame.[3][4]

References

  1. ^ "Influential pressman dies at his desk". Sydney Morning Herald. 4 May 2008. Retrieved 2 November 2022.
  2. ^ a b c Coleman, Mike. Super League: The Inside Story.
  3. ^ "Peter Sterling leads tributes to Hall of Fame inductee Ray Warren". WWOS.
  4. ^ "History made with three contributors added to Hall of Fame". NRL. 13 August 2019.
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