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A four-time winner PGA Tour pro has made a return to the golf course after battling a severe back injury that forced him to withdraw from the US Open last year.

His positive attitude and dedication to recovery have paid off. He was recently seen confidently hitting a driver off the deck at the golf course as a testament to his full recovery!

Positive Outlook Amidst Back Injury

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Daniel Berger withdrew from the US Open last year owing to his injuries. The USGA confirmed that he was battling a severe back injury.

The golfer decided to take a break, rest, and recover from the injury. The four-time PGA Tour winner, however, kept a positive attitude. He, in an interview, said “It doesn’t feel perfect. But I know it’s not career-ending.”

And his optimistic mindset has indeed helped him bounce back as he was spotted on the course recently. He was seen hitting a driver off the deck. He updated his followers with this recent development and posted a slow-motion recording of his swing. In the video, the golfer wore khaki for the day and captioned it “Back to work”

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He was seen hitting the drive smoothly like in older times. It is an indication of his recovery. It won’t be a surprise if he makes a comeback into the professional arena.

Daniel Berger and his journey from injury to golfing again

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In his time off the course, Daniel Berger took a rest to recover from the injury. Back injuries are in fact very common in golf and can be cured, but can really end your career if not treated correctly and in time.

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The golfer made a wise choice by resting up so now he can dial up. Ever since he took a break, his ranking too has suffered and taken a major hit. Earlier he was ranked in the top 25, but that gradually came down and pushed him low in the charts.

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He was seen enjoying in this meantime with sailing and ocean swimming. The fans and golf enthusiasts are pumped up after seeing Berger back on the course, hoping for a quick return to competitive golf!

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