Raging Willie

After Willie Mason called Queensland Maroons fans "nutbag, redneck supporters," Queensland retaliated with a 30-0 whitewash of Mason's New South Wales side in the second match of the 2008 State of Origin series. The third deciding match is still two weeks away, but Mason has already offered more of his characteristically diplomatic commentary, warning that the third match will be "the biggest game in his life" and adding, "I genuinely hate Queenslanders."

Why is Willie Mason so eager to get inflammatory quotes in the press? One recent opinion piece suggests that the rants may be intended to distract from mediocre Origin performances.

Whatever the reason, Big Willie keeps managing to turn up in the press a lot, as is chronicled in this song from Mick Meredith (Caution: Some rude innuendo/imagery):