Ian Poulter to undergo knee surgery after meniscus tear

Professional golfer Ian Poulter will undergo knee surgery later this year after suffering a torn meniscus in what he described as a freak accident. The injury occurred earlier this month at the LIV Golf Virginia event when the 50-year-old simply hopped up two steps.

Poulter, the co-captain of the Majesticks GC team, disclosed the diagnosis and his planned September surgery while competing at this week's LIV Golf Korea tournament. He explained that the injury happened on the Thursday of the Virginia event, creating immediate concern about his ability to play. He said he initially doubted he would make his tee time that day.

Remarkably, the veteran player stated the knee injury has not affected his golf swing. He reported feeling no discomfort while striking the ball, with the issue only becoming noticeable while walking, particularly on steep downhill slopes. This has allowed him to continue competing at a high level.

Despite the injury, Poulter carded an opening round of four-under-par 66 at the Asiad Country Club in Korea, leaving him near the top of the leaderboard after the first day of play. He followed that with a second-round 72, remaining in contention heading into the...