With His Health Challenges Now Behind Him, ‘Bad Boy’ John Daly Gears Up For $2,000,000 Showdown

John Daly, currently competing in Michigan, has built a reputation for his daring approach to playing golf. Despite facing health challenges, the five-time PGA Tour winner remains deeply passionate about the game. Whenever fans witness him teeing off on the course, his unwavering commitment and love for the sport shine through.

Daly will be up for another challenging competition starting in September in South Dakota. This says it all: he is a man of his word as he upholds his commitment made in June.

John Daly will tee off at the Sanford International

Due to medical concerns, the 57-year-old golfer has had a difficult time in recent years. He had to back out of various pre-arranged commitments owing to his health. However, the veteran golfer is back to competing in various competitions.

Just last month, Daly officially committed to compete in the $2,000,000 event Sanford International, a PGA Tour Champion event. It is said to take place from September 11 to 17 at Minnehaha Country Club. The official account “Sanford International” verified the news on Instagram on July 19th. 

“#PlayerAnnouncementWednesday presented by @craveamerica features some high class talent! Please help us in welcoming these three players to the 2023 Sanford International! #SanfordInt,” the post read.

Now that the tournament is approaching, supporters expect him to perform well on the course with his incredible abilities. Despite multiple health challenges,  including cancer and full knee replacement, Daly is a fighter.

However, it is important to note that lately, John Daly’s performances have been subpar. However, these disappointing results can largely be attributed to the health problems he has faced in recent years. 

John Daly’s struggles with cancer, weight loss and addiction

Daly managed to withstand serious health issues over the previous few years. He was diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2020, for which he got surgery. However, there is still a risk of the cancer returning. And it is not just cancer that he struggled with.

Two years later, he had a full knee replacement surgery. He is still recovering to get his full range of motion. John Daly has also been open about his struggles with weight loss and addiction. Despite going to rehab twice, the 56-year-old could not overcome his struggles. Some people wondered how great John Daly’s career would have been if he did not have a drinking addiction. But the golfer once revealed that he played his best golf after getting drunk.

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The 1995 Open Championship winner, often known as “the Wild Thing,” has overcome all challenges and is making every effort to play well on golf courses. On that note, are you looking for his appearance at Sanford International? Let us know in the comments below.

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