December 11th 2024.
Dawn Fraser's daughter recently opened up about her famous mother's recent hospitalization. The 87-year-old Olympic swimming legend had a serious fall at her home in Queensland, resulting in four broken ribs and a hip injury. She was admitted to intensive care, and her family feared the worst.
Thankfully, Fraser's condition has improved, and she has been discharged from intensive care. She is still in the hospital, focusing on her recovery. However, her daughter shared the terrifying moment when she received the call about her mother's accident.
"I woke up my son, Jackson, and told him we needed to go to the hospital right away. I was afraid that my mom wouldn't make it," Dawn-Lorraine recalled in an interview with 9News. It was a scary and emotional experience for the family.
According to Dawn-Lorraine, her mother had tripped on the lip of the driveway, just a day after undergoing eye surgery. But despite her injuries and the difficult recovery ahead, Dawn Fraser remains a "fighter," as her daughter describes her. "She's always been a tough mother, and I know she'll get through this," she added.
The news of Dawn Fraser's accident has received an outpouring of well-wishes from the swimming community. Close friend and mining magnate, Gina Rinehart, sent a heartfelt message, expressing her excitement for their future plans together. "There are still many bottles of Aussie red that we have yet to enjoy together, and many more swimmers to cheer for," she said in a statement.
As for when Fraser will be discharged from the hospital, that is still unknown. But her family has shared that she is eager to return home and start her rehabilitation. In the meantime, fans can stay updated on her progress through the 9News app, available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play.
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