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Hazem El Masri discusses Lebanon team and passion for padel

Zero Tackle NRL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 12:12 AM

Last updated Oct 23, 2026

Hazem El Masri discusses Lebanon team and passion for padel
Summary

Hazem El Masri, a former NRL player and a prominent figure for the Bulldogs, has joined the Lebanon national camp ahead of their Rugby League World Cup match against France. El Masri expressed disappointment over Lebanon's recent 42-18 loss to PNG, indicating it stemmed from early errors. He will mentor players including Jacob Kiraz in preparations for an upcoming clash with Tonga. Outside rugby, El Masri is also thriving in padel, showing remarkable skill and playing as an honorary member at Club Padel Spot in Sydney.

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  • •El Masri joins Lebanon's camp to mentor ahead of match with France.
  • •Lebanon lost 42-18 to PNG, struggling with early errors.
  • •He expresses optimism about the talent in Lebanon's lineup.
  • •El Masri is actively engaged in padel, a sport growing in Australia.
  • •Jacob Kiraz, a Bulldogs product, is set to start against Tonga.
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  • 12:12 AMZero Tackle NRL — Hazem El Masri opens up on Bulldogs and Lebanon, new sport revealed
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One of the greatest Bulldogs of all-time is part of the Lebanon camp at the World Cup.

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