Ian Poulter undergoes knee surgery after injury at LIV Golf event
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: May 29, 2026, 9:59 PM
Last updated May 29, 2026
Ian Poulter, the British golfer, has announced that he requires surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his knee. The injury occurred earlier this month during a LIV Golf event in Virginia when Poulter was 'hopping up two steps.' This incident has raised concerns about his recovery time and potential impact on his upcoming participation in future tournaments. Poulter's condition will be monitored as he prepares for surgery and begins rehabilitation.
- •Ian Poulter sustained a knee injury at a LIV Golf event in Virginia.
- •He needs surgery for a torn meniscus in his knee.
- •The injury occurred while hopping up two steps.
- •Recovery timeline is currently uncertain.
- •Poulter's participation in future events may be impacted.
- 9:59 PMBBC Sport — Poulter suffers knee injury 'hopping up two steps'
"British golfer Ian Poulter says he needs surgery after tearing the meniscus in his knee while "hopping up two steps" at a LIV Golf event in Virginia earlier this month.
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