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Andrea Pavan Discharged and Walking After Elevator-Shaft Fall in South Africa

He begins a cautious rehabilitation in lodging arranged by Johann and Gaynor Rupert.

Overview

  • The 36-year-old fell three stories when elevator doors opened at private lodging with no car present before the South African Open.
  • Surgeons at Mediclinic operated on his shoulder and back after fractures to several vertebrae and severe shoulder damage were diagnosed.
  • He says he will remain in South Africa for about five more weeks to rehabilitate before he is evaluated for travel home.
  • The Rupert family provided nearby accommodation for his recovery, while DP World Tour and Sunshine Tour staff assisted throughout.
  • A GoFundMe organized by former Texas A&M teammate Matt van Zandt has raised more than $81,000, and players and caddies visited him in ICU during the event.