Ankle blow for Bartholomeusz

Western Force back Mark Bartholomeusz could miss the start of the Super 15 season after rupturing ligaments in his left ankle.

Western Force back facing 10 weeks out

Western Force back Mark Bartholomeusz could miss the start of the Super 15 season after rupturing ligaments in his left ankle. The 33-year-old has been told he faces about 10 weeks on the sidelines after suffering the injury training - with Bartholomeusz accidently stepped on another player's foot. Bartholomeusz has begun rehabilitation as he bid to return to action in time for the season-opener against the Reds in Brisbane on February 20.