Seve has fourth brain op

Golf legend back in intensive care

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Seve has fourth brain op

Ballesteros: stable condition

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Seve Ballesteros is in a stable condition after undergoing a fourth brain operation.

The Spaniard is back in the intensive care unit at Madrid's La Paz hospital following scheduled surgery for the placement of a valve to drain fluid from his brain.

At the same time, the surgical team treating the 51-year-old performed a cranioplasty to repair a bone defect.

His condition is reported as stable and he will remain in the intensive care unit.

Ballesteros was diagnosed with a brain tumour after losing consciousness at Madrid Airport in October.

Tumour removed

He underwent a lengthy operation on October 24 to reduce pressure on his brain and remove remaining tumour tissues following two previous operations.

On November 18 he had recovered sufficiently to leave intensive care, although a hospital statement did warn there was a long way to go.

Ballesteros is one of the most influential figures in the history of European golf, he won five majors - the Open three times and Masters twice - during a decorated playing career that ended in 2007 due to knee and back problems.

He also compiled an impressive Ryder Cup record, winning 20 points in eight appearances as a player and captaining Europe to victory at Valderrama in 1997.

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M Gray says...

So good to hear Seve is homeward bound - keep up the good work Seve - have always been a great fan - Mo

Posted 17:58 9th December 2008

Peter Maclennann says...

they are many great players playing golf but legends only come round every thirty years or more seve you were the simply the best god bless and good luck

Posted 23:21 4th December 2008

Steven Standage says...

All our thoughts are with you Seve and your family.We are all behind you in your battle.

Posted 17:16 3rd December 2008

George P says...

C'mon Seve, one more great recovery from the deepest of rough.

Posted 11:34 3rd December 2008

Tim Leese says...

I was fortunate enough to be a caddie in the 95 Ryder Cup and the player I was with partnered Seve twice in the match, I can honestly say Seve is a top guy, all the best Seve and keep fighting.

Posted 09:04 3rd December 2008

Robert Redford says...

All the best Seve We all hope you have a quick recovery Europe needs your imput

Posted 23:17 2nd December 2008

Michael Tyler says...

Quite simply...you are the man. The way he tormented Tom Lehmann over the first 9 holes in the Ryder Cup when he was spraying it all over was unforgettable. He will be back.

Posted 20:15 2nd December 2008

Stephen Chapman says...

Come on big fella give it your best we are all thinking of you. Take care Steve

Posted 19:26 2nd December 2008

Jim Ramshaw says...

we wish you a speedy recovery. you were a great golfer and a gentleman on the course. i am sure you will be back playing golf next year. all the best for the future.

Posted 18:48 2nd December 2008

Michael Goodwin says...

I sincerely hope that seve makes a full recovery and entertains us as much as he has in past years I believe the most wacthable player who ever played this great game

Posted 18:45 2nd December 2008

Gary Mcfarlane says...

My hero, get well soon.

Posted 18:42 2nd December 2008

Allan Horner says...

speedy recovery seve . our thoughts are with you and your family !

Posted 18:20 2nd December 2008
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