A Social Media Blunder That Has the NRL World Talking!
In a surprising turn of events, NRL legend Phil Gould, or 'Gus' as he's affectionately known, found himself in a rather awkward situation this week. A simple post about a unique toilet door design turned into an internet sensation, but not for the reasons he intended.
Gus, the 67-year-old NRL supremo, took to social media to share his admiration for a toilet door that extended all the way to the floor. In his excitement, he forgot to consider one crucial detail - the reflective surface of the door. Little did he know, his followers would soon point out the embarrassing reflection that captured him in an unexpected moment.
"Toilets with doors that reach the floor - who comes up with these ideas? Brilliant!" he captioned the post. But here's where it gets controversial - the shiny door revealed more than he bargained for, and the internet had a field day.
"Phil... the reflection!" one user commented, quickly alerting Gus to his mistake. And this is the part most people miss - despite the potential for an X-rated scandal, Gus handled it with grace and humor. He swiftly deleted the post and followed up with a lighthearted, "Whoops... #costanza".
The incident spread like wildfire, with screenshots circulating online and becoming a hot topic on the Hello Sport podcast. Tom Birmingham quipped, "The world has changed, Phil Gould took a photo while on the loo!"
Eddy Simpson added, "The two-handed photo, very boomer indeed!"
Social media users couldn't believe their eyes, with comments ranging from disbelief to lighthearted jokes. "No, Gus! What were you thinking?" one person wrote, while another playfully commented, "Smooth as a Ken doll, no dramas!"
This embarrassing moment comes on the heels of Gould's recent hospitalization due to "significant health concerns", believed to be related to a heart condition. Despite these challenges, Gould returned to his media duties for the NRL Grand Final, won by the Brisbane Broncos.
So, what do you think? Is this a harmless social media blunder or a sign of the changing times? We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments below! Feel free to share your reactions and join the discussion.
