Tributes flow for ex-NRL player dead at 39:
Former NRL and Super League player Scott Dureau has died aged 39 following a lengthy health battle.
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Remembering Scott Dureau: Courage and LegacyScott Dureau passed away at 39 after battling brain and liver tumors for several years, leaving a lasting impact on rugby league.
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- Scott Dureau, a respected Newcastle Knights and Catalans Dragons player, died at the age of 39.
- He endured a prolonged fight against cancer that began with a tumor behind his eye and later spread to his liver.
- He played 42 games for Newcastle and 97 for Catalans before retiring due to his health challenges.
- His club and family expressed deep condolences for the loss of a gifted and humble athlete.
Les Dragons Catalans have learned with immense sadness of the passing of Scott Dureau.— Statement from the Catalans Dragons club announcing Scott Dureau's passing
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