"I'm on the mend": Sheffield Tigers Star Tai Woffinden issues update after horror crash in Poland
The multiple-time speedway world champion was placed into a medically induced coma for 10 days after colliding with several other riders
Sheffield Tigers star Tai Woffinden says he's 'on the mend' and has shared an extensive list of injuries he suffered during a horror crash in Poland last month.
The multiple-time speedway world champion, from Scunthorpe, was placed into a medically induced coma for 10 days after colliding with several other riders while racing for Rzeszow on March 30.
Posting a picture of himself smiling from his hospital bed, Tai said: "Hey guys, turns out my injuries and an induced coma ain’t no joke."
"I'm on the mend, please bear with me for now. I just need a little more time to rest.
"Please know how much I appreciate all the love and support from all over the world."
The 34 year old also revealed he suffered a broken back, 12 broken ribs, a punctured lung, a broken shoulderblade and several other serious injuries during the accident.
A statement from Sheffield Tigers says: "Everyone at Sheffield Speedway continues to send Tai and his family our very best wishes and we again thank all of our fans for their continued patience and support."