Andrea Pavan, a 36-year-old golfer who has won twice on the DP World Tour, was in South Africa ahead of the Investec South African Open Championship, which started at Stellenbosch Golf Club on Thursday. According to reports, Pavan stepped through open elevator doors and discovered the carriage was not present. He fell several storeys and sustained significant injuries that are not thought to be life-threatening.
News of the accident first emerged through Monday Q Info, which reported he was 'badly injured' and underwent surgery. S. confirmed the report through a source with knowledge of the situation.
The DP World Tour refused to comment on the matter, citing medical confidentiality policy. The complete extent of Andrea Pavan's injuries remains undisclosed, and it is unknown how long his recovery will take or if he can return to professional golf. Pavan is married with three children and based in Texas.
He turned professional in 2009 and has five victories on the Challenge Tour. His DP World Tour wins include the Czech Masters in 2018 and BMW International Open in 2019. The cause of the elevator malfunction is under investigation.