How is Graham Lee doing? Health updates

Graham Lee’s family have shared the latest news on the jockey’s health as the athlete recovers from a horrific fall.

Supporters and teammates are big names in the world Horse racing They showed an outpouring of support for the star from Irelandafter He suffered “serious injury.”

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How’s Graham Lee doing?

Graham Lee family He provided an update on his condition On Friday, November 17th.

In what is certain and reassuring News For fans, the statement revealed that Lee is slowly but surely showing signs of recovery.

She also confirmed that the knight is now able to speak with his loved ones intermittently.

The family statement said: “Graham has made positive progress over the past 24 hours and has been able to speak normally with his family for short periods when his ventilator was refused.

“He was reviewed by his spine consultant and when a bed became available at the ITU in James Cook hospital, Middlesbroughit will be moved closer to home.

“Graham and his family want to thank everyone for their ongoing and overwhelming support.”

What happened to Graham Lee?

Lee was rushed to intensive care after a terrible fall on Friday, November 10.

He was injured after being knocked from his seat when his horse Ben Maakdwi left the stalls Newcastle Racecourse.

Lee suffered an “unstable cervical fracture causing spinal cord damage” and “vascular damage in the mid-cervical area,” according to the Injured Jockeys Fund.

the previous Grand National The winner was taken to the Royal Victoria Hospital in Newcastle before undergoing surgery.

The morning after the accident The Injured Knights Fund issued a statement To update concerned Lee fans.

And he read: “[Lee] He was taken by ambulance to the Royal Victoria Hospital NewcastleHe is in intensive care due to a neck injury.

He added: “He will undergo further tests today to assess the extent of the injury.”

After a few days charity Released Another statementHe said: “This is a very serious injury and at this early stage it is not possible to predict the extent of the long-term recovery.

“The Graham family is extremely grateful for the many messages of support they have received.”

Many big names in the horse racing world were quick to send their well wishes to Lee and his family after news of his injury emerged.

we Social media, BBC Race presenter Derek Thompson said: “Graham Lee is simply one of the best drivers in and out of the saddle.

“A first class jockey and the first one to say ‘hello’ on the racecourse – always the one to laugh and joke with.

“Sending prayers and strength, big guy, for a successful recovery.”

Meanwhile the knight, and Chairman of the Injured Knights Fund, AP McCoy He said: “Like everyone in racing, we at the International Judo Federation are devastated by the news of the injuries suffered by Graham Lee following his horrific fall.

“All our thoughts are with Graham, his wife Becky and their family.

“Despite the seriousness of Graham’s injuries, please be assured that our team at the International Judo Federation will look after his needs to assist him with his recovery and his predicament for however long it takes.

“Whatever help he and his family need, we will be there to provide it.”

Is Graham Lee married and does he have children?

Graham is married to his wife, Becky.

The couple shares a daughter named Amy and a son named Robbie.

Amy is 18 years old as of November 2023 and her younger brother is 15 years old.

The family lives in Bedale, North Yorkshire.

After her father’s accident, Amy set up a JustGiving page To collect donations for charity.

In a statement shared with the Injured Jockeys Fund, she said: “I personally write down every letter and donation that comes through and share it all with my dad.

“To be honest, it’s overwhelming and we can’t believe so many people are thinking about us.

“I wish I could explain how much of a difference it will make to Dad’s recovery knowing he has your support.

“Thank you from the bottom of my heart.”