STRICKEN speedway star Darcy Ward admits he may never walk again – but has refused to give up on the prospect.
The 23-year-old Poole Pirates asset sustained spinal injuries while riding for Polish club Zielona Gora in August with mystery surrounding his long-term prognosis.
But in an interview with the Daily Mail, Ward has admits he is preparing for the worst.
“It’s not good,” he said. “I’ve got to grips with it now that I may never walk again but I am okay with that. I’ve never been one to focus on the negatives.”
Ward continued: “Anything is possible. With technology and medication moving forward things could change.”
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