Hold onto your hats, folks, because the NRL world is buzzing! Rugby league icon Phil Gould, known affectionately as 'Gus,' recently experienced a social media misstep that has everyone talking. This week, the Canterbury Bulldogs GM found himself in a rather compromising position, leading to a quick deletion and a flurry of online reactions.
For those unfamiliar, Phil Gould is a prominent figure in Australian rugby league, a former player, coach, and now a highly influential commentator and administrator. His opinions carry weight, making this incident all the more surprising.
So, what exactly happened? Instead of sharing his insights on the upcoming 2025 Pacific Championships, available LIVE on FOX LEAGUE, Gould decided to express his admiration for a rather specific architectural detail: a toilet door that extends all the way to the floor. He took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his thoughts, writing, "Toilets, where the doors come all the way down to the floor … Who thinks of this stuff? … Brilliant..."
But here's where it gets controversial... In a moment of unintentional transparency, the shiny finish of the door's reflection inadvertently revealed more than intended, showing Gould in a rather private moment. While not a crystal-clear image, the implication was immediately apparent to eagle-eyed followers.
Social media users were quick to point out the blunder, with one user writing, "Phil... the reflection!" Gould, ever the good sport, swiftly deleted the post and followed up with a self-deprecating response: "Whoops … How funny … #costanza," referencing the character from the popular sitcom Seinfeld, known for his awkward situations.
Despite the quick deletion, the damage was done. Screenshots of the original post spread like wildfire across the internet, becoming a hot topic of conversation. The incident was even discussed on the Hello Sport podcast, with commentators offering their humorous takes on the situation. One commentator quipped, "There’s no need to dilly dally, Phil Gould took a photo of himself while taking a sh*t. The world is a different place now.”
And this is the part most people miss... The incident comes after Gould's recent hospitalization due to "significant health concerns," believed to be related to a heart condition. Gould had shared his experience on October 2nd, expressing gratitude for well-wishers and explaining that a routine checkup had revealed a need for further investigation. He humorously compared the situation to finding an engine problem while getting a tire change.
This incident has sparked a range of reactions, from amusement to disbelief. Some users found the situation hilarious, while others were more critical. What do you think? Was it a harmless mistake, or did Gould cross a line? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
