Cronulla Sharks star Braydon Trindall stood down after failed roadside booze, drugs tests

Braydon Trindall will not play this weekend and is now being investigated by the NRL’s integrity unit after the Sharks five-eighth failed initial roadside alcohol and illicit drug tests early on Monday morning.

Trindall immediately reported the test result to the club and will appear in court in May, with a secondary illicit drug test sample still to be confirmed.

Daniel Atkinson is expected to start against Canberra on Sunday afternoon, with Trindall forming a good combination with Nicho Hynes after the club put their faith in him and allowed Matt Moylan to go to Super League.

Trindall scored two tries in the big win over North Queensland and claimed the Preston Campbell Medal as the best player in the All Stars game earlier in the year.

The Sharks star has also been banned from training “to address his wellbeing and health issues”.

“The club has since followed the appropriate protocols within the player’s contract and collective agreement and continues to work with the NRL integrity unit, and the club, the player and its management agree that it is in Braydon’s best interests. is not participating in games or training for the short term, and the most important thing is to address their well-being and health issues,” reads a statement from the Sharks.

“Trindall immediately reported the result of the road tests to Sharks management, who in turn informed the NRL integrity unit.

“The matter has been remanded for a court appearance in May, where Trindall will face the allegations and charges leveled against him, noting that a secondary illicit drug test sample has yet to be confirmed.

“The Sharks take these issues very seriously, however, they are providing Trindall with the necessary social support.

“Until more information is available, the club will not be commenting further.”