Davis Love III recovers after open-heart surgery

Davis Love III, a former PGA Championship winner, is recovering at home following open-heart surgery to replace a leaky valve that was detected a decade ago. The 60-year-old golfer, who has 21 PGA Tour victories and was once ranked No. 2 in the world, underwent the procedure at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, and has expressed optimism about his recovery, stating, 'I went in healthy and came out healthier.' His surgery was not deemed an emergency but was scheduled to ensure his health before the spring golfing season. Love aims to resume practicing by March and hopes to swing a golf club by April. Jim Nantz, who announced the news, conveyed warm wishes from the golfing community, emphasizing Love's beloved status in the sport. Love, a Hall of Fame inductee, is still active in golf and aspires to break the all-time record for PGA Tour starts.