England rugby union player Tom Curry is facing an impending wrist surgery following the much-anticipated British and Irish Lions tour of Australia, set for this summer. This information was made public by Sale’s director of rugby, Alex Sanderson, who was optimistic about Curry’s current fitness status despite a few physical challenges.
In his comments regarding Curry’s health, Sanderson specifically pointed out that the flanker’s current hamstring concern is relatively minor. He detailed that while Curry would eventually require an operation to address an underlying wrist ligament issue, he is presently managing to play through some pain and discomfort. “He will need an operation at some point, but he’s clearly able to manage it and play through whatever pain he’s experiencing currently,” Sanderson remarked.
Significantly, Sanderson emphasized that Curry’s injuries are not hindering his game-time or affecting his training schedule. It appears that Curry had to push through his discomfort to assess the risk involved, ultimately finding that it was manageable enough to continue playing. According to Sanderson, Curry, who possesses an impressive resilience and determination, had decided to put himself forward for selection for the Lions tour, knowing that the pain he endured was bearable.
Furthermore, Sanderson explained the rationale behind the decision to delay the surgery. He stated, “The alternative is he could have an operation now, and he’d probably miss the last run of games, and he might miss the first two games of the Lions, and that wasn’t a solution.” Sanderson underscored the fierce competition for Curry’s position within the team, justifying the need for him to manage the situation as best as he can. He expressed his contentment with Curry’s management of his injury, noting, “I’m really happy that he has been able to and continues to be able to.”
Curry, embarking on his second Lions tour this summer, recently suffered an injury during a significant match against Leicester at Welford Road, where he limped off in the first half. The encounter was quite crucial for both teams, with Leicester positioned second in the league table and Sale closely trailing in fourth as they compete intensely for play-off spots.
Despite this, Sanderson conveyed confidence regarding Curry’s hamstring issue, highlighting that it should only hinder his participation in an upcoming essential game against third-placed Bristol. “Tom’s injury is as good as we could have hoped for, given the fact that he’s really tough and he felt something,” Sanderson commented. He detailed Curry’s injury as a “1D on his hamstring,” which is understood to be the lowest grade possible for such an injury—a good sign, particularly as it will likely allow him to avoid long-term sidelining.
Adding to the positive news regarding injuries within the squad, Sanderson shared that Curry was one of several players who underwent scanning over the weekend, and all scans returned favorable results. This uplifting news should bolster morale as the team prepares for the upcoming matches this weekend and aims to perform well as the finals approach.
Overall, as Curry gears up for the upcoming Lions tour, the management is hopeful as his issues appear to be somewhat manageable. With an unwavering spirit and commitment to the sport, all eyes will remain fixed on him as the tournament unfolds. As fans follow the Gallagher Premiership, they can keep an eye on the progression of both Curry and his team through platforms like TNT Sports and discovery+.