This golfer nearly died after being hit by a drunken driver. Now she's won her first pro title
Leonie Harm, a German golfer, has achieved her first professional title on the Ladies European Tour thirteen years after a life-threatening accident. She was hit by a drunken driver at the age of 15, suffering severe injuries that nearly ended her career. Harm's victory at the German Masters marks a significant comeback, highlighting her resilience and mental strength.
- ▪Leonie Harm won her first professional title at the German Masters after a long recovery from a serious accident.
- ▪She was hit by a drunken driver at age 15, resulting in multiple severe injuries and a medically induced coma.
- ▪Harm emphasized the importance of resilience and mental well-being in her journey back to professional golf.
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