‘Don’t worry about me’ – Hong Kong’s Marco Fu assures fans after undergoing eye surgery that will keep him out ‘for some time’
The world No 9 is expected to make a full recovery after going under the knife to correct a retina problem but misses weeks of competition
Hong Kong snooker star Marco Fu Ka-chun has announced he is taking a break “for some time” after undergoing laser eye surgery to correct a retina problem.
Posting on his Facebook page on Sunday, the recently turned 40-year-old world No 9 said he had been experiencing “some problems” with his left eye and was told by a doctor that he had been suffering from retinal degeneration.
Fu revealed that he had undergone surgery and will play no play in competition in the coming months as he rests his eye. Fu has been playing as a professional for 20 years and had no previous problems with his eyes. He did not say how long he will be sidelined.
“I regret to tell you that I will not be giving out any interview for now and shall arrange an online session to take questions in the near future. Thank you for your support,” wrote Fu on his Facebook page.
“I’ve had discomfort in my eye and the retinal degradation of my left eye was determined after medical examination and diagnosis. I have undergone laser surgery so no worries! The doctor has recommended that I take a rest to avoid any chance of a retinal detachment,” he added.