The Fickle Nature of Fandom: How We've Become Complacent About Comebacks The recent NRL match between the Dolphins and Eels is a prime example of our collective enthusiasm for dramatic turnarounds in sports.
However, this fixation on last minute heroics has altered our expectations and diminished our appreciation for the nuances of competition.
Recent NRL history reveals a disturbing trend: teams consistently rely on last minute salvaging rather than building meaningful leads throughout games.