Andrea Pavan ‘thankful to be alive’ after reportedly falling down lift shaft

The 36-year-old was scheduled to be playing in this week’s Investec South African Open.

26 Feb, 18:43 — 26 Feb, 19:38

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Why this matters

This story details a life-threatening accident involving professional golfer Andrea Pavan, who reportedly fell multiple floors down a lift shaft. As a public figure in the sports world, such an incident raises concerns for his well-being and potential impact on his career, especially as he was scheduled to compete in a major tournament.

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Coverage Timeline

First report: The Independent · 26 Feb, 18:43|Full coverage: All 2 sources within 55m|Window: 55m

The Independent26 Feb, 18:43First to report