Hull FC Falls to St Helens as Coach John Cartwright Reveals Emotional Turmoil

Outgoing Hull FC coach John Cartwright expressed his desire to remain in the job until the end of the season, despite being left emotionally distraught by the club's decision not to renew his contract. The news came as a surprise to the 60-year-old Australian, who felt 'betrayed and disrespected' by the move. Cartwright's side suffered a 24-14 defeat to St Helens, but he received a warm reception from the home fans, who even chanted his name during the game. The coach stated that he had not been given a clear reason for his dismissal and hoped to see out the season, which still has several months to go. Cartwright's emotional state was evident when he discussed his players' reactions to the news, saying it had left him a 'blubbering mess.' Despite the challenges, Cartwright's team put up a good fight, leading by six points at halftime before ultimately falling to the visiting Saints. The game was marked by a strong performance from St Helens, who bounced back from a sluggish start to secure a convincing win.