State of Origin comeback hopes in tatters as Tom Trbojevic learns ...
The 29-year-old has been struck down at the wrong time for a third straight year.
7news.com.auHere’s the latest I can share based on recent widely reported updates.
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Tom Trbojevic suffered a hamstring injury in late April 2026, with scans indicating a significant strain and a likely 6–8 week absence. This keeps his State of Origin prospects in doubt for that series. [Sources note: multiple outlets reported six to eight weeks out and characterized it as a hamstring issue across the first half of Manly’s game in Townsville.]
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The injury marks his eighth hamstring issue in eight seasons, underscoring a lengthy pattern of hamstring problems for the fullback. The club and pundits expressed concern about recovery timelines and his ability to return to peak form this season.
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As of the latest reports, Manly’s medical staff were optimistic about a careful rehab, but the exact return date would depend on ongoing recovery progress and reconditioning, with a target to reintegrate him as soon as he’s cleared.
Illustration (example of impact): With Trbojevic out, Manly faced a tougher path in the short term and NSW Origin plans would hinge on his rehab progress and playing readiness in the subsequent rounds.
If you’d like, I can pull the most current single-source update and format a concise status snapshot (injury grade, expected return window, and Origin eligibility) with links. Would you prefer that?