The Comeback That Shook Even the Gods, PGA Tour Pro’s Miraculous Return Becomes A Beacon of Hope for Golfers Worldwide

Tragedies in life are inevitable. However, it is how one faces those tragedies that define them. And in the golf world, arguably no one knows this better than the PGA Tour star in question, Brett White!

The American star has been plagued with misfortune for years now, so much so that in a single lifetime, the golf pro had to learn how to play the sport twice. However, proving that with resilience, one can overcome even the most daunting obstacles, White has now become a beacon of hope with his rollercoaster of a story!

The Fight for Survival

Brett White braved the odds to make his maiden PGA Tour appearance at the WM Phoenix Open after battling a devastating brain ailment nearly six years ago. White was diagnosed with encephalitis, sometimes known as brain swelling. White’s ability to speak and move was hampered by condition. According to WebMD, the disease affects approximately one in every 200,000 people in the United States each year.

The Yestingsmeier Sportsmanship Award winner realized he was unable to perform his daily jobs normally in 2017. The doctors initially thought he had vertigo or had contracted a disease on his visit to South America. His brain swelled and caused temporary paralysis, alongside being affected by encephalitis

Emerging stronger, the golfer’s daily recovery routine included swinging exercises which showcased his will to bounce right back on the pitch. His family members were always there and so was his coach Bruce Cunningham who constantly motivated him while he was on the road to recovery. He resumed competitive golf ten months after contracting the brain infection.

White’s Road to Recovery

After a few months of his hospitalization, he made a miraculous recovery and was set to start his journey back to being among the best golfers in the globe. He received a chance to play on the WM Phoenix Open on Feb 6 at McCormick Ranch. He shot eight birdies and shooting a round of 66 he tied for the second place. Qualifying in this event was very important, as it was a trump card for the championship trophy.

“I don’t know if there is any way you can prepare for it,” White said. “You just go and you say I just want to make the crowd applaud and that’s all you really need.”

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The 30-year-old has not yet competed in the great Scottsdale event, but he wasn’t afraid to compete in this very successful event which is followed keenly by fans. Life brings us down constantly in situations, but it is we who have to fight and get back up, similar to the champion who rose against disease and acted as a role model for youngsters. White will surely inspire generations to come!

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