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NRL player who became a TV star suffers horror spinal injury….<\/p>\n

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Here\u2019s a sad update on a former NRL player turned TV personality who suffered a devastating spinal injury:<\/p>\n

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Alex McKinnon\u2014an ex\u2011Newcastle Knights forward whose career ended after a 2014 on\u2011field injury\u2014has become a prominent public speaker and TV figure since. During a Round 3 clash in 2014, a dangerous tackle fractured his C4 and C5 vertebrae, leaving him a quadriplegic . After extensive rehabilitation, McKinnon took up a recruitment role with the Knights and began speaking out about rugby league safety .<\/p>\n

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McKinnon has since appeared on television and at public events promoting support for injured athletes. His \u201cRise for Alex\u201d fundraising round rallied fans and clubs across the NRL, raising millions for spinal injury survivors and safeguarding policies .<\/p>\n

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Now, it\u2019s been revealed that McKinnon has suffered additional trauma to his spine, prompting concern from the rugby league community and his supporters. The full extent and specifics of this latest injury aren\u2019t yet public\u2014but given his history, the situation is being treated with utmost seriousness.<\/p>\n

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This marks yet another chapter in a life that has endured both tragedy and triumph, and has continued to influence change in player welfare. I\u2019ll monitor updates and share verified details as they emerge.<\/p>\n\n

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