Erik Van Rooyen’s recent emotional statements have left fans confused and worried, with some thinking he has cancer. Erik Van Rooyen is a South African professional golfer who currently competes on the European and PGA Tour. Rooyen won twice on the PGA Tour and once on the European Tour. Following an emotional interview a few days earlier, many expressed concern about him, and some were unsure if he had cancer. Erik Van Rooyen was born on February 21, 1990 in Bellville, South Africa, to Wim and Elize Van Rooyen.
Van attended the University of Minnesota from 2009 to 2013 and won the 2012 Minnesota State Amateur while there. Rooyen started his professional career in 2013 and has been competing on the Sunshine Tour ever since. His first win came in 2017 when he won the PGA Eye of Africa Championship. He won his maiden European Tour title at the Scandinavian Invitational, held at the Hills Golf & Sports Club outside Sweden. Rooyen went on to win the PGA Tour and the Worldwide Tech Championship in 2021 and 2023, respectively.
Does Erik Van Rooyen Have Cancer?
Erik van Rooyen got tragic news after winning his second PGA TOUR championship at the Worldwide Tech Championship. His close friend, who had been in remission from cancer, received the devastating news that the disease had returned and spread throughout his body. Van Rooyen said that his friend had been given a prognosis of six to ten weeks, or less.
He added, “Look at my balls; it has the initials ‘JT’ and is for my best friend, Jon Trasamar. He has melanoma and will never get better.” He went on to say, “And every shot out there is for me. And when you’re competing for something more important than a ridiculous trophy, it puts things into perspective, and at the end of the day, whether I win or lose here doesn’t matter.”
Rooyen then uploaded a selfie of herself holding the trophy, kissing it, with the comment, “For my best friend, Jon.” Many followers showed compassion for Eric, while others were confused by the situation. Fans praised Erik, saying, “This is the definition of a true friend.” Throughout the game, he managed to hold back his emotions. Another admirer said, “Heartbreaking and heroic.” Peace to Jon, his family and friends. The entire Gopher Nation is sending their warmest prayers.”
Erik and Jon Trasamar’s friendship
Erik Van Rooyen first encountered Trasamar when he traveled from South Africa to Minnesota to attend college. When Van was 19, he left his family to study abroad. on and his family live about two hours from Minneapolis, where Van is continuing his education. Erik and Jon soon became roommates, teammates and best friends. Trasamar also acted as best man at Erik Van’s wedding. After being close friends for almost a decade, Van was devastated to hear the sad news.
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Source: SCHOOL TRANG DAI
