LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy
In Round 3 of the NRL season, we witnessed a rollercoaster of emotions as teams fought tooth and nail on the rugby league battlefield.
The Brisbane Broncos, already facing an uphill battle without key players Adam Reynolds and Payne Haas, were dealt a cruel blow when Reece Walsh was forced off the field in the early stages of their clash against Penrith.
It was a day from hell for the Broncos, but as they say in the world of sports, when the going gets tough, the tough get going.
As the Broncos face a challenging period ahead, missing Haas and Walsh, they will need to show true grit and determination.
It's times like these when the underdogs need to step up and shine, carrying the team through dark times.
Brisbane may be a team of stars, but it's the unsung heroes who will need to rise to the occasion and prove themselves on the field.
Round 3 was a reminder of the harsh realities of rugby league, where one moment can change the course of a game, and a rookie can outshine a legend.
As the season unfolds, expect more twists and turns, as teams battle for supremacy on the rugged rugby league terrain.
The road ahead may be tough for some, but in the world of sport, anything is possible, and the true champions will rise to the occasion.