May 18th, 2018

May 18th, 2018

Brisbane Broncos star Joe Ofahengaue has revealed that his partner has been diagnosed with breast cancer in a heartbreaking post-match interview.

Ofahengaue was being presented his Man of the Match award from Broncos legend Darren Lockyer following his side's thrilling 28-22 win over the Sydney Roosters, when the stunning moment occurred.

When Lockyer asked the 22-year-old which charity he'd like to donate his $1000 Man of the Match cheque to, the answer was something he never expected.

"Well my missus just got diagnosed with breast cancer," Ofahengaue said.

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"I'm hoping I can offer this for some support and maybe pay for some chemo or something."

Lockyer was clearly taken aback by Ofahengaue's honest answer, and offered the Broncos youngster his well wishes before ending the interview.

The sobering news came after Ofahengaue starred in the Broncos' stunning comeback victory over the Roosters at Suncorp Stadium last night.

With the scores locked at 22 apiece, the Broncos were able to split the difference thanks to a late Jamayne Isaako try, giving the injury-hit Brisbane side a famous victory.