Fraser McReight earned the John Eales Medal as the top national performer for the 2026 season, joining illustrious openside predecessors such as George Smith, Phil Waugh, David Pocock, and Michael Hooper. Despite receiving the recognition, McReight insisted his game will improve further as the squad prepares for the upcoming home World Cup. The awards ceremony also celebrated wider Australian rugby achievements, honoring Faitala Moleka as the Wallaroos Player of the Year. Meanwhile, backline player Jock Campbell was named the country's top performer in Super Rugby Pacific.
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Fraser McReight won the John Eales Medal following a player ballot conducted after nation…: Fraser McReight won the John Eales Medal following a player ballot conducted after national test matches.
The flanker is prioritizing collective development and consistency ahead of the home Worl…: The flanker is prioritizing collective development and consistency ahead of the home World Cup in 12 months.
Wallaroos honors were also distributed during the event, with Faitala Moleka named Player…: Wallaroos honors were also distributed during the event, with Faitala Moleka named Player of the Year.
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SYDNEY, Oct 30 : Wallabies flanker Fraser McReight said he was only going to get better after being awarded the John Eales Medal as Australia's best player in the 2026 season.
McReight joined great Australian opensides George Smith, Phil Waugh, David Pocock and Michael Hooper in taking home the prestigious award, which is decided by a ballot of Wallabies players after each test.
"It's a tremendous honour. I think all you ever want is to be respected by your fellow mates and it means a lot," the 27-year-old told reporters after receiving the award late on Thursday.
"But here's just the beginning for me. I really think I'm getting a lot better ... So I'm eager for next year. I'm eager to continue this form and playing for Australia, because I love this country and I love this team."
McReight, who was the first Queensland player since Chris Latham in 2006 to claim the prize, said he was looking forward to seeing the Wallabies continue to improve over the next 12 months heading into the World Cup on home soil.
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