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‘Positive News’: AFL Icon Awake After Facial Surgery
Mark Ricciuto said Modra is awake after marathon facial surgery and is expected to recover, with fans paying tribute at Adelaide Oval.
- Adelaide Crows legend Tony Modra is awake and recovering after undergoing marathon facial surgery on Friday, former teammate Mark Ricciuto confirmed on Saturday.
- On Thursday afternoon, a tree branch struck Modra's cattle truck on Range Road near Victor Harbor, causing serious facial and head injuries that required emergency transport to Flinders Medical Centre.
- Fans at Adelaide Oval erupted in applause for Modra at the six-minute mark during Saturday's match against Melbourne, while the Crows distributed free tickets to 3,000 first responders.
- Ricciuto reported Modra is awake with his wife Erica and their children, expressing gratitude for support, as coach Matthew Nicks emphasized the club's commitment to supporting their recovering hero.
- Renowned for his high-flying marks, the former All-Australian kicked 588 goals in 165 games for the Crows and Fremantle, earning the nickname "Godra" and remaining one of the 1990s' most iconic players.
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