Brit boxer Raven Chapman back home after horrifying brain bleed that saw her airlifted to hospital and placed in coma

Brit boxer Raven Chapman back home after horrifying brain bleed that saw her airlifted to hospital and placed in coma

RAVEN CHAPMAN is back in the UK following multiple surgeries after suffering a nasty brain bleed. The former WBC women’s flyweight title challenger collapsed late last month following an intense sparring session in Denmark. British boxer Raven Chapman underwent two brain surgeries after collapsing following a sparring session in Denmark Credit: RICHARD PELHAM The 32-year-old went under the knife after doctors discovered she had a haematoma on her brain and cerebral oedema Credit: RICHARD PELHAM After being airlifted to the hospital, scans discovered the 32-year-old had a haematoma on her brain as well as a bleed. She underwent two surgeries after being placed in a medically induced coma. Sign up for the Sport newsletter Thank you! Chapman’s loved ones raced to Denmark to be by her side during the horrific ordeal. And thankfully, she’s recovered enough to fly back home to the UK. Chapman’s family relayed the amazing news on a GoFundMe page, which has been set up to help with her rehab. Their statement read: “Raven is back in the UK. “We wanted to share a little update with everyone who has been following Raven’s journey and supporting her along the way. “After everything she has been through, having her home and back surrounded by family feels incredibly special. Most read in Sport Raven Chapman has thankfully been flown back to the UK Credit: GOFUNDME A GoFundMe has been set up to raise funds for Chapman’s rehabilitation Credit: GETTY “There is still a road ahead, and we’re taking things one day at a time, but Raven continues to amaze us with her strength, positivity and determination. “We honestly cannot thank everyone enough for the love you’ve shown her. “Every donation, share, message and kind word has meant more to Raven and our family than we could ever properly put into words. “Thank you for being part of Team Raven. Poppy, mum and family.” The GoFundMe, which was used to help with the costs of getting Chapman home, is still open. Comment now

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