Wallabies legend Kurtley Beale will embark on his 18th pre-season as the talented fullback re-signs with the Western Force for 2026.
Beale missed the majority of the 2025 season after an Achilles injury ruled him out for close to 12 months.
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The 95-capped Wallaby had worked his way back into the Test squad before picking up the injury in club Rugby with Randwick.
Beale made four appearances in 2025 and would turn out for the First Nations Pasifika XV against the British & Irish Lions.
The 36-year-old backed this up by playing a major role in the Force's march to the Super Rugby AUS Final, scoring a try in the defeat.
“I’m thrilled to be back for another season with the Sea of Blue. I’m really enjoying working with the coaches and players at the Force. My family and I have loved our time in Perth, so we’re thrilled to be sticking around," Beale said in a statement.
“I’ve still got more to give, and the hunger to play at the highest level is still there. I also really want to give back and help out the young boys with their craft and development.
“I’m really excited about the potential at the Force going into next year and hoping to be part of a positive run into a first finals berth, which would be huge for the Club.”
Beale will be out to add to his 173 Super Rugby caps, making his debut for the NSW Waratahs in 2007.
Force coach Simon Cron was delighted to have someone of Beale's experience staying in the west, backing his belief he still has plenty to give.
“As we saw from his games at the back-end of the Super Rugby season, in Super Rugby AUS and with the First Nations Pasifika side, he still has a lot to give," Cron added.
“One thing that separates KB from most players is his uncanny anticipation. He can anticipate where to go before anyone else does, which means he’s always in position.
“His experience and driven nature continues to add enormous value to our team and players both on and off the field.”
