Brisbane Broncos prop Corey Jensen forced to retire on medical grounds
Prop Corey Jensen has announced his medical retirement from the NRL after being diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism.
Corey Jensen, who appeared in 95 matches for the Brisbane Broncos and previously played 58 games for the North Queensland Cowboys, revealed he must end his career due to a blood-clot condition in his lungs. The health issue emerged during round seven, prompting doctors to prescribe lifelong blood-thinner medication. Jensen said specialists confirmed that continuing to play would be unsafe.
Why it matters
A key NRL player’s forced retirement highlights the serious health risks athletes can face.
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