UNHAPPILY, yesterday's celebrations were marred by an after-match incident.

Our photographer Anthony Chappel-Ross was verbally and physically abused by a steward at the South Leeds Stadium.

Anthony is a professional photographer who was trying to capture images of the Knights' promotion joy. The actions of the steward were utterly uncalled for and over the top.

It is a great shame that this man's actions soured the moment. Journalists should be free to go about their official business without fear of assault. We shall be registering a complaint with the rugby league authorities.

Updated: 12:17 Monday, August 22, 2005