Leeds Rhinos have revealed that New Zealand international Zane Tetevano, 32, suffered a stroke whilst training a number of weeks ago. 

The quick actions of the medical staff present, emergency services, and the fantastic team at Leeds General Infirmary ensured Tetevano received swift treatment and he has made an excellent recovery. Further tests revealed he has a hole in the heart which caused the stroke. This will be surgically repaired soon. 

The cardiologist has advised that Tetevano can continue non-impact aerobic training in order to maintain his fitness but he is not yet cleared to play contact sport. He hopes to return to the field as soon as possible.

Tetevano has set this JustGiving page to support the Children’s Heart Surgery Fund which supports children and adults born with congenital heart defects across Yorkshire and North Lincolnshire. Working alongside the Leeds Congenital Heart Unit at Leeds Genral Infirmary, the fund is well known for their annual Wear Red Day.