Cronulla Sharks prop Toby Rudolf is not your typical NRL star. The enforcer who makes his living intimidating opponents on the field is, off it, a self-described free spirit when it comes to love \u2013 openly admitting he\u2019s on the hunt for connection on his own terms. <\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m not a traditional male in any sense, I\u2019m all about free love and if someone wants to experience that with me and have an open sort of style relationship \u2026 call me.\u201d<\/p>\n
It\u2019s a refreshingly candid admission from a man who seems entirely comfortable in his own skin. When it comes to navigating the complexities of that lifestyle, Rudolf is equally straightforward. <\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m so happy for someone else to be happy and to do whatever they want as long as I\u2019m afforded the same rights. I think I just love love too much.\u201d<\/p>\n
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We sat down with Toby to celebrate his partnership with Petbarn\u2019s Seeing Eye Dogs Australia appeal<\/a> \u2013 a campaign that hits close to home. \u201cMum was born legally blind, so she\u2019s been disabled her entire life and will likely need one of these dogs down the line.\u201d <\/p>\n The appeal aims to raise $1.2 million<\/a> in July alone, funding 24 seeing eye dogs and changing 24 lives in the process.<\/p>\n Here the NRL star reveals all from his untraditional approach to love, to his \u201cweird\u201d pre-game ritual and the secret to his unique scent. <\/p>\n In your position, is there a standout player that you dread going up against?<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s not the big, strong, tough guys. It\u2019s the small steppy guys that are like left, right and they\u2019re here and now they\u2019re there. Jerome Luai and a couple of the Raiders outside back, they\u2019ve got really good feet \u2013 they\u2019re the ones that are tough.\u201d <\/p>\n What\u2019s the one thing you do before every game?<\/p>\n \u201cIt\u2019s a weird answer but when I was younger I would sing any song that would make me sing a lot because I felt like it would make my lungs work before a game. And because I know all the words to Frozen\u2019s Let It Go, I\u2019d always just belt it out in the car on the way to the games.\u201d<\/p>\n What\u2019s on your wishlist right now?<\/p>\n \u201c100 girlfriends. I\u2019m looking for a romantic connection any way it comes. I\u2019m not a traditional male in any sense, I\u2019m all about free love and if someone wants to experience that with me and have an open sort of style relationship, that\u2019s what I\u2019ve had in the past and it works great for me.\u201d<\/p>\n What\u2019s the key to your signature scent?<\/p>\n \u201cRexona sexy bouquet always, it\u2019s the best smelling deodorant. And my go-to cologne that I buy all the time is Issey Miyake. I love that one.\u201d<\/p>\n Rexona Sexy Bouquet Deodorant, $7.50 (down from $10.43) at Amazon Australia<\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n Issey Miyake L\u2019Eau D\u2019Issey Pour Homme Eau de Toilette, $78.90 (down from $170) at Amazon Australia<\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n Are there any rules or boundaries around communication in an open relationship?<\/p>\n \u201cThere\u2019s no real boundaries from my point of view. I\u2019ll even ask her questions because I like hearing stories. And in saying all that, I\u2019m not ruling out the possibility of a monogamous relationship. In the past it just hasn\u2019t really worked out the way I wanted it to and so far this has, and I\u2019m just going with the flow.\u201d<\/p>\n You travel a lot for work, what are the three essential items you always take with you?<\/p>\n \u201cDefinitely headphones are number one \u2013 for the flights, for the Ubers, anything, I can\u2019t actually wear earbuds because I have cauliflower ear, so I have over-the-ears from Sony. They\u2019re really good.\u201d<\/p>\n Sony WH-CH720 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones, $179 from JB HI-FI<\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n \u201c \u2026 a bag with way too many clothes in it.\u201d<\/p>\n COS Sports Duffle Bag, $105 at The Iconic<\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n \u201c \u2026 and my toiletries bag.\u201d<\/p>\n Van Heusen Expandable Hanging Toiletry Bag in Black, $89.95 at Myer<\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n What\u2019s your go-to activewear?<\/p>\n \u201cTop to bottom, Puma. It\u2019s the most comfortable, best gear ever.\u201d<\/p>\n Run Culture Men\u2019s Graphic Tee, $50 from Puma<\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n PUMA x HYROX PWRMODE 5\u201d Men\u2019s Shorts, $90 at Puma<\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n Deviate Pure NITRO\u2122 Men\u2019s Running Shoes, $240 at Puma <\/a><\/p>\n SHOP NOW<\/a><\/p>\n Your contract is up at the end of this season, where are you going to be next year? <\/p>\n \u201cI want to be somewhere where I\u2019m wanted. That\u2019s where I want to be. I think I\u2019m going to be in Cronulla.\u201d<\/p>\n More Checking Out With articles:<\/p>\n \u2022 Checking Out With The Inspired Unemployed<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Checking Out With The Veronicas<\/a><\/p>\n \u2022 Checking Out With Chloe Hayden<\/a><\/p>\n Sign up to the news.com.au checkout shopping newsletter<\/a> so you never miss another shopping tip, trend or sale.<\/p>\n Claudia began her media career in radio, contributing to some of the most acclaimed programs at Nova Entertainment, including Fitzy & Wippa, Smallzy’s Surgery and Ash, Luttsy & Susie O’Neill. Having found herself glued to digital news, the jump over to news.com.au was an easy choice. Driven by a love for storytelling, video production & shopping, Claudia now produces the social media content for news.com.au’s checkout.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Cronulla Sharks prop Toby Rudolf is not your typical NRL star. 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