LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
The Brisbane Broncos have been hit hard by a recent hospital photo of their rising star, Reece Walsh.
The young gun was snapped in his undies while receiving treatment in an Indonesian hospital after a mishap during his Bali holiday.
Reports from news.com.au reveal that Walsh, a potential superstar in the making, was captured lying on a hospital bed in the wake of a surfing accident.
News Corp was the first to break the story, with the photo showing the 22-year-old with a visible graze on his back, a casualty of being dragged across a reef at a popular surf spot.
In a scene straight out of a high-stakes match, the photo also features Broncos playmaker, Ezra Mam, standing stoically by Walsh's bedside.
It's an image that highlights the grit and resilience required in both sport and life.
This unexpected turn of events serves as a timely reminder of the unpredictable nature of both the game and the world at large.
As players and fans alike know all too well, sometimes you have to ride out the rough surf before you can reach the smooth waters again.
Here's hoping Reece Walsh makes a swift and full recovery, ready to tackle whatever challenges come his way on the field and beyond.