Hunter Woodhall Undergoes Emergency Surgery for Enlarged Appendix

Paralympic champion Hunter Woodhall unexpectedly underwent emergency surgery to remove his appendix while visiting his father, who had just had open heart surgery in Utah. Woodhall began experiencing severe stomach pain, which he initially attributed to lactose intolerance, but an alert from his Oura ring suggested a more serious issue. After a CT scan, doctors identified an enlarged appendix, necessitating immediate surgery. Following the procedure, Woodhall shared updates on social media, humorously noting that he 'didn't need that appendix anyway.' His wife, Tara Davis-Woodhall, was initially absent but quickly traveled to support him, while his mother managed the care of both father and son. Despite the ordeal, Woodhall is recovering well and is already preparing for the upcoming 2025 season.