Ben Ross says no-one is to blame after breaking his arm while arm-wrestling fellow ex-rugby league player Wendell Sailor live on Australian TV.
Ross immediately clutched his injured right arm after it suddenly gave way, while Sailor, another retired league player, was left visibly shocked.
Ross said the NRL Footy Show, which broadcast the contest, "were amazing with their help and care".
Sailor apologised but Ross replied: "Wasn't anyone's fault mate."
He added: "Thanks for everyone's messages of concern and also wishes. Will know full extent of the break etc soon."
Ross, 35, helped Penrith Panthers win the NRL title in 2003.
He also played for Cronulla, South Sydney and St George Illawarra.
After the show Sailor had said: "Just like to send some love/well wishes out to Ben Ross and his family after the accident on the NRL Footy Show - sorry Big Ben feel so bad."
Source: bbc.com
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