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Simona cost Tigers chance to make 2016 finals, says Taylor
Wests Tigers coach Jason Taylor was reluctant to delve into the level of betrayal by Tim Simona but admitted the disgraced centre's performances in 2016 hindered the club's chances of playing finals football.