Hull FC Falls to St Helens as Coach Cartwright Battles Emotional Turmoil

Outgoing Hull FC coach John Cartwright expressed his desire to remain in charge until the end of the season despite the club's decision not to renew his contract. Cartwright, who was left feeling 'betrayed and disrespected', revealed he was still in the dark about the reasons behind his dismissal. The Australian coach was overcome with emotion as he discussed the reaction of his players to the news, stating it left him a 'blubbering mess'. Hull FC ultimately fell to a 24-14 defeat to St Helens, with Cartwright's future remaining uncertain. The coach is set to hold further meetings with the club's owner, Andrew Thirkill, to discuss his future. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his position, Cartwright praised his players for their performance, which saw them lead by six points at the interval before ultimately falling away. The defeat marks a significant setback for Hull FC, who had shown promise under Cartwright's guidance. With the Super League season still in its early stages, Cartwright remains determined to see out the campaign and make the most of the opportunity to turn things around.