Radio personality David King has hilariously demanded that his Fireball co-host Kane Cornes submit to a drug test after the former Port Adelaide star stunned fans with his incredibly ripped physique in a recent Instagram post.
Social Media Shockwaves
The 42-year-old Cornes, currently holidaying with his wife Lucy and their children in Japan, made a stop in Singapore where he demonstrated his commitment to fitness by hitting the gym while on vacation. The footy great posted a topless photo showing his remarkably toned physique, prompting widespread admiration and some playful suspicion from his broadcasting partner.
David King didn't hold back during his appearance on SEN1116 with Sam Edmund and Cameron Mooney, where he simultaneously announced his own contract extension while calling for Cornes to be tested for performance-enhancing substances. "I think there's a chance - on the back of the Rhys Mathieson discussion over the past couple of weeks - I want him [Cornes] tested," King stated, firmly tongue-in-cheek.
Contract Extensions and Comedic Chemistry
King revealed on Tuesday that he had signed a new deal with SEN that will see him continue presenting the popular Fireball breakfast show until the end of 2028. This announcement comes just one month after Cornes himself locked in a four-year contract extension with the radio station.
The North Melbourne great opened up about their working relationship, explaining that their contrasting lifestyles actually make them the perfect presenting duo. "He sees the world differently to me. He's a non-drinking marathon runner. I'm a non-running marathon drinker. This is why we work so well together," King joked during the broadcast.
King elaborated on how their relationship has evolved, noting that the pair's initial "testy" dynamic has transformed into a highly successful partnership over the last 18 months. "The last 18 months have been a lot of fun and I think the audience just get involved and that's been the change over the past 12 months," he shared.
Peptide Speculation and Testing Demands
The discussion about Cornes' impressive physique became increasingly humorous as co-hosts Mooney and Edmund expressed their astonishment. Mooney declared, "I've actually said to Sam, I think he's on the peptides because I think he's bulked up like you wouldn't believe!" to which Edmund simply responded, "He's jacked!"
King then formally proposed his testing scheme, suggesting a February 2 urine test "to get the year rolling" while acknowledging he wasn't sure what the sanction would be if Cornes actually tested positive. The joke references former Brisbane Lions star Rhys Mathieson, who received a three-year ban from all levels of footy after testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
Despite the playful accusations, Cornes has long been known as a fitness enthusiast, and his commitment to training even during family vacations demonstrates his dedication to maintaining peak physical condition. Meanwhile, King's continued partnership with SEN ensures that listeners can enjoy their unique chemistry for years to come.
