# Hoax email nearly derailed Falconer's Hundred dream

A fraudulent email almost ended a player's chances in The Hundred cricket competition. The incident threatened Falconer's participation before being resolved. It highlights how off-field disruptions can impact athletes' careers.

**Importance:** 2/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/c07r9zp8021o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 18:12:32 GMT