PGA Tour wonderkid issues unexpected statement after losing eye sight in horror accident
Jeffrey Guan, the Australian golfing prodigy, has made a solemn pledge to make a comeback to the sport despite a harrowing incident that robbed him of his sight in one eye. The 20 year old was struck by a rogue golf ball at a pro-am event, just days after debuting on the PGA Tour, leading to emergency surgery in New South Wales and an intensive care stay.
Following a transfer to Sydney for a second operation, he endured two weeks of critical care.
The former Australian junior amateur champion sustained a severe fracture to his left cheekbone and eye socket during the NSW Open regional qualifying pro-am last month. Guan recounted the terrifying moment of impact as he turned towards his cart to stow his club after a shot on the third hole: "The instant ringing and pain rushed to my head, and I dropped to the ground," he said.
Jeffrey Guan released a statement expressing his sorrow but determination to carry on (Image: Getty Images)He underwent immediate surgery amidst excruciating pain and anxiety about his career prospects.
Guan continued, "A day later, I was transferred to the Sydney Eye Hospital to undergo another surgery, more tests and further treatment. The best eye specialists and nurses were arranged for my immediate appointment.
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Guan was told by doctors not to even think about returning to play golf for at least six months. "During my nights in hospital, I almost drowned in thoughts about the injury and my future in the sport," he continued.
Related articles I stayed in luxury adults-only hotel so big you need a golf buggy to get around McIlroy snubbed as star-studded 'The Match' to feature celebs instead of golfers"Not only was I utterly distraught by the news I had received, but the whole situation made me very depressed and somewhat angry. As you can imagine, this whole situation not only came at a tremendous cost but has also significantly affected me and my family emotionally and mentally. The thought of all my years of hard work and training, plus my family's sacrifice, had just been thrown out the window."
But Guan has vowed to continue playing following his recovery. "As a kid, I have always had a lot of perseverance and persistence," he said.
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"I will continue to work hard and do my best to achieve my dream.
"These four weeks have been the toughest of my life, but I am stronger mentally and will be ready to conquer any obstacle in the future. I will be back."
PGA Tour wonderkid issues unexpected statement after losing eye sight in horror accident
PGA Tour wonderkid issues unexpected statement after losing eye sight in horror accident
PGA Tour wonderkid issues unexpected statement after losing eye sight in horror accident
PGA Tour wonderkid issues unexpected statement after losing eye sight in horror accident
PGA Tour wonderkid issues unexpected statement after losing eye sight in horror accident
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