The Queensland legend and rugby league Immortal revealed his probable CTE diagnosis last year. Now he is urging the Maroons fullback to follow the experts’ advice.
Wally Lewis has urged Reece Walsh to follow the experts’ concussion protocols because there is “too much to lose” by returning to the field too early.
While at pains not to second guess the experts entrusted with Walsh’s recovery, Lewis said he was glad the decision on when to return was no longer left to the player.“I don’t think anyone enjoys guys getting knocked rotten,” Lewis said. “It’s not an enjoyable part of footy, and it wasn’t a good scene the other night
“But there are too many long-term dangers to put up with now. You need to accept the decision from the doctors and medical staff. Even though Walsh is available for Origin II, Brisbane fans will need to wait until at least round 18, a Friday night game against premiers Penrith, to see him in action. The one thing in his favour is Maroons doctor Matt Hislop works with Walsh at the Broncos each week.
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