LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Gorden Tallis, a Brisbane Broncos legend, was captured in brutal scenes after the Broncos' collapse in the NRL grand final.
Like many Broncos fans, Tallis was confident that they would secure the victory.
However, videos posted on social media showed his intense reaction to their devastating loss.
The Broncos had a commanding 24-8 lead after Ezra Mam scored his third try in the 54th minute, seemingly putting them in a winning position.
But Nathan Cleary's remarkable 20-minute performance turned the tide and secured a thrilling 26-24 victory for the Panthers.
This collapse by the Broncos is the largest in NRL grand final history, surpassing the 14-point lead lost by the Dragons in the 1999 decider against Melbourne.
For Tallis and Broncos fans, the emotional rollercoaster from ecstasy to agony was palpable.
Tallis, who played for the Broncos in 160 games and won three premierships, epitomized the heartbreak felt by the team and its supporters.
The video captures the raw emotions and disappointment as the Broncos' dream of another premiership slipped away.
The collapse in the grand final will undoubtedly be a painful memory for Tallis and all those associated with the Broncos.