Sportfive confirmed to this masthead Guan suffered the horrific injury as a result of an errant shot.

In a joint statement on Saturday, PGA of Australia and Golf NSW said: “The PGA of Australia, Golf NSW and Golf Australia wish to thank everyone who assisted Jeff following the incident and wish him all the best with his recovery.

“We would ask people to respect the family’s privacy at this time, and we will endeavour to provide updates on his condition in due course.”

Guan turned professional in 2023 and was even rewarded with the Cameron Smith scholarship, where he spent time with Australia’s British Open winner as part of a program where Smith helps some of the country’s best young talent.

Guan was the only Australian to represent the International team in the 2022 Junior Presidents Cup, and won the amateur version of The Players Championship at the famous TPC Sawgrass layout.

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In an interview with this masthead in 2022, Guan said: “To represent your country is a privilege and to play in a high-level event, it gives you more experience to go towards the target you want to reach, which is to play professionally.

“That’s a really big stepping stone where I can learn from players all around the world, as well as the pros we get to watch.”

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