In a devastating turn of events, Brisbane Broncos front-rower Corey Jensen is on the verge of announcing his retirement from rugby league due to a serious health scare.
Jensen has been sidelined since April 18, suffering from a pulmonary embolism that has ultimately led to this pivotal decision.
According to CODE Sports, it appears that Jensen's last game in the NRL came after a life-threatening blood clot issue in his lungs.
Recognized as one of the league's most dedicated and accomplished forwards, the 32-year-old has accumulated 153 matches, with 58 played for the North Queensland Cowboys and 95 for the Broncos since his debut in 2017.
A two-time Grand Finalist and essential to last season's premiership victory for the Broncos, Jensen has undergone extensive testing and was placed on blood thinners in hopes of returning to play.
Despite these efforts, he has chosen to retire after months of medical evaluations, marking a heartbreaking conclusion to his impressive nine-year career.