AFL great Tony Modra has returned home from hospital after he was seriously injured in a horror truck crash.
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Adelaide Crows legend said he had been “overwhelmed by the kindness and care” shown to him and his family in the weeks since the crash.
“I have left hospital to continue my recovery at home and only now starting to wrap my head around the incredible amount of support and well wishes that have come our way,” Modra said.
“I remain deeply grateful to the members of the public who gave me vital first aid until professional help arrived, to others who offered reassurance, and to the emergency responders, medical staff and specialists who have cared for me since the accident.
“My progress has been encouraging and we kindly ask that our privacy continues to be respected as we focus on my rehabilitation. Thank you.”
Modra was airlifted to Flinders Medical Centre from the crash site at Back Valley, south of Adelaide, last month.
He reportedly had surgery on his cheek, jaw and eye socket following the crash, the Herald Sun’s Jon Ralph told Kayo Sports last month.
“After grave fears for his life, he has taken significant steps forward in the last 12 hours. That mean those close to him believe he is out of the woods,” Ralph said in June.
Modra’s wife Erica called it a “freak accident” in an earlier statement, thanking friends, family, and the AFL community for their support during the ordeal.
“We are extremely grateful to the three passersby – including two people who were trained in first aid and another who provided comfort – who stopped to help within seconds,” she said.
“The emergency services’ professionalism, care and swift action were extraordinary as well. Without doubt, they all played a critical role in saving Anthony’s life.”
Modra finished his career with 588 goals from 165 games and was a two-time All-Australian.
He spent his last three seasons playing for Fremantle.
Originally published as AFL legend Tony Modra leaves hospital after horror truck crash