Minister Mark Mitchell Breaks Ribs in Charity Rugby Clash
NZ MP Mark Mitchell, sport minister, broke two ribs in a charity rugby match with the Parliamentary Rugby team, raising safety concerns and forcing a review of parliamentary sports protocols.
New Zealand MP Mark Mitchell, the minister responsible for Sport and Recreation, was rushed to hospital after breaking two ribs in a charity rugby match involving the Parliamentary Rugby team. The incident occurred during a friendly clash organised to raise funds for a local charity, with parliamentary members and staff forming amateur sides. Mitchell, who regularly promotes sport participation, joined the game as a player despite his lack of professional rugby experience.
