LeagueNews.co | Jason Patrick
This devastating injury blow has left the Gold Coast Titans star racing against the clock to be fit for Round 1.
David Fifita, the talented second rower who impressed during the chaotic 2023 season, will require surgery to repair his torn pectoral muscle.
The Titans have expressed their support for Fifita and have stated that he has an "aim" to make a return for the start of the 2024 season.
It is a significant setback for Fifita, who was hoping to carry his Queensland Origin form into the new NRL campaign.
The club has addressed the injury, acknowledging that Fifita sustained the tear during pre-season training.
It's a blow that will undoubtedly impact the Titans' early-season plans, leaving them to navigate the challenging road ahead without one of their star players.