𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐆𝐈𝐂 𝐋𝐎𝐒𝐓: 𝐒𝐲𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤) 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐉𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐓𝐞𝐝𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝..…𝐬𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞

In an emotional announcement that has touched fans across the rugby league world, Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco and his wife Maria Tedesco revealed that they have suffered the heartbreaking loss of their second child.

Taking to social media, James shared a heartfelt message:

“Our hearts are broken. We were overjoyed to welcome our second little one into our lives, but sadly, things did not go as we had hoped. Maria and I are leaning on each other and our families as we navigate this profound loss. We thank everyone for their love and support.”

The rugby league community has flooded the couple with messages of support, with teammates, coaches, and fans expressing their sympathy. Former and current Roosters players alike have voiced their condolences, emphasizing the strength and resilience the Tedesco family has shown both on and off the field.

The couple, who already share one child, have requested privacy during this difficult time, asking fans to respect their grieving process while they focus on family.

While the Roosters continue their 2026 campaign, the club has issued a statement:

“We stand with James and Maria Tedesco during this incredibly difficult time. Our thoughts and hearts are with them and their family. They are part of the Roosters family, and we will support them in every way we can.”

This tragic news reminds the world that even sporting heroes face the deepest of human challenges, and the love and support from a community can be a beacon of hope in times of sorrow.