"Gap in the bone": After traumatic injury Tony Hawk breaks silence on the "biggest test" of his career

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After a year of recuperation from a terrible broken leg, Tony Hawk made a spectacular return to the halfpipe, hitting a brutal side grind. His stunning comeback is a remarkable milestone in his brilliant career, demonstrating his unwavering determination to overcome hardship and demonstrate that age is just a number. [{ "selector": ".txswb-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "500ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "opacity": 0}, {"offset": 1, "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".scsba-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateY(-116px)", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateY(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }, { "selector": ".xcslr-a", "duration": "500ms", "fill": "forwards", "delay": "0ms", "keyframes": [ {"offset": 0, "transform": "translateX(calc(360px - 321px))", "opacity": "1"}, {"offset": 1, "transform": "translateX(0)", "opacity": "1"} ] }]

The Recovery Road: A Difficult Comeback

Tony Hawk's skateboarding world was rocked exactly a year ago when he suffered a catastrophic broken femur.

Following extensive surgery, he was left with "plenty of hardware" in his leg, prompting concerns about his ability to return to skateboarding at the same level. It was dubbed the "biggest test" of his long career.

Overcoming Adversity: Hawk's Persistence Pays Off

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Tony Hawk kept followers updated on his recovery progress, demonstrating resilience and tenacity. Assuring everyone that the cane was just temporary, he remained committed to returning to high-level skating, kindling hope among his fans who supported his return to the halfpipe.

Legendary Legacy: Ageless Skateboarding Excellence

Tony Hawk, who has been retired from professional skating since 2003, is still prominent at the age of 53. He finished fourth in the 2021 X Games Vert Best Trick event, having been the first to land a 900 in competition at the 1999 X Games, establishing his unrivalled history.

Seth Rogan Has to Hilariously Clarify Secret of His Youthfulness to Skating Legends Tony Hawk and Jason Ellis

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