Confirmed of RFC web-site. Note article also confirms Lennon had surgery today
Delayed start for Maric after surgeryrichmondfc.com.au
February 24, 2014 5:24 PM
Richmond ruckman Ivan Maric will miss the start of the 2014 season after undergoing surgery on an injured ankle today.
Maric is expected to miss the next 6-8 weeks after having bone spurs removed, with surgery the preferred option for the Club’s medical staff.
“It’s good to get that done now, and start moving into his rehab phase, and hopefully get him back on track soon,” said Richmond’s Elite Performance Manager, Peter Burge.
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“He’s been able to train with it in the last couple of weeks, but he hasn’t been 100 per cent comfortable.
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