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From May 18 to May 21, 2023, the famous Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York, will be hosting the 105th PGA Championship. The best golfers in the world will compete in this important tournament, featuring Justin Thomas, the defending champion, as well as well-known competitors like Dustin Johnson, Rory McIlroy, and Brooks Koepka. The tournament is an important major on the professional golf calendar, since it offers a significant total prize fund of $15 million and valuable FedEx Cup points.

A recent video revealed a health issue that a golf legend is dealing with, which is having an effect on his performance out on the course. Concerns over his health had made fans restless after just days ago John Daly had to withdraw from competition owing to an injury.

Health issues looming over golf legend’s performance

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Recent health problems have hindered Pádraig Harrington’s path to success. He has reportedly issues with both his knees, including a broken rib, which makes it hard for him to make strong swings. These problems are definitely going to be hurting his play, and make him feel less comfortable on the course.

A recent video shows Harrington wearing a kneecap on his left leg. He is obviously taking steps to safeguard his knee and prevent additional harm. Fans and experts are concerned about the PGA pro’s near future in the sport, and whether he will be able to return to his form in light of the visual evidence.

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Harrington also has problems with his sinuses, which can make it hard to concentrate, and affect his general health. The golfer’s knee and sinus issues have made it difficult for him to compete and keep his game consistent.

Concerning similarities to John Daly’s knee surgery

The recent health difficulties that Pádraig Harrington has been experiencing are strikingly similar to those that caused golf underdog John Daly, to withdraw from competitions due to knee surgery

The choice that Daly made to put his health first and go through with the surgery was viewed as a crucial move that was required for his long-term well-being.

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The similarities between Daly’s predicament and Harrington’s present challenges have caused fans and analysts to express concern regarding the severity of Harrington’s injuries and his capacity to make a full recovery from them.

By winning the 1991 PGA Championship at Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Indiana, John Daly won his first Major Championship. Daly went on to win two Major Championships after this triumph, along with the 1995 Open Championship. 

Daly has taken part in the PGA Championship 29 times, which is an impressive number of appearances. However, Stephan Jaeger will take Daly’s place on the pitch for the forthcoming competition at Oak Hill Country Club.

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