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A vehicle struck a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans gathered for a grand final farewell, injuring multiple people. The incident occurred as the city celebrated the team's first grand final appearance in 25 years.
A vehicle collided with a crowd of Newcastle Knights fans gathered to farewell their team before a grand final match. Several people sustained injuries, with one young girl reported in critical condition. The incident occurred as supporters lined the streets to cheer on the team.
The event casts a shadow over the city's excitement for the Knights' first grand final appearance in 25 years. The team's journey has generated significant local fervor, with fans displaying widespread enthusiasm. The accident introduces a somber note to the otherwise celebratory atmosphere surrounding the team's pursuit of the championship.
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“Ahead of their first grand final in a generation, Newcastle is ready to hold the Knights closer to their hearts than ever before as team and city show why they are one.”How each side headlined it
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Left: Several people were injured after a vehicle struck a crowd of fans gathered to farewell the Newcastle Knights rugby team.
Center: Multiple people were injured when a car drove into a crowd of fans celebrating the Newcastle Knights' grand final appearance.
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NSW Ambulance confirms multiple people injured after a car hit a crowdA car has crashed into a crowd of people in Newcastle injuring several as fans waited to farewell the Knights team bus before the...
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Ahead of their first grand final in a generation, Newcastle is ready to hold the Knights closer to their hearts than ever before as team and city show why they are one.
Newcastle fans are going all out in preparation for the Knights' first grand final appearance in 25 years this Sunday against the Sydney Roosters.
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