LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
Lace up your boots and hit the field for the highly anticipated 2024 NRL Grand Final, as Luke Garner reflects on his journey to the biggest match of his career.
From overcoming three tricky hamstring injuries to tying the knot, Garner's path to glory has been anything but smooth sailing.
Setting the stage with a stellar performance in the 2024 NRL Finals series, Garner showcased his prowess with a standout game against the Sydney Roosters, notching up two tries in a display of pure grit and determination.
Despite being a linchpin in the club's forward pack for the past two seasons, Garner faced a challenging setback this year with three separate hamstring injuries sidelining him for a significant portion of the season.
"I did my hammy three times, I was out for 10-12 weeks so it was really tough but the club, the physios and the Australian coaches, all the effort and time they put into me it's paying back now," Garner remarked.
As he gears up for the ultimate showdown on the Grand Final stage, Garner credits the unwavering support of his team and the relentless drive to reclaim his peak form.
"With game fitness, it doesn't come easy but each week I feel like I'm getting fitter and fitter," he added with a determined look in his eye.