TURN AWAY NOW…
Posted in Photos,World Tour
Joel's foot before the docs got at it.
Joel has officially pulled out of next week’s Billabong Pro at Jeffreys Bay after badly slicing his foot while surfing at Snapper Rocks this morning.
“I just pulled into a barrel and been taken out by the foamball, and pretty well straight away I’ve felt the board hit me,” says Joel. “I knew immediately it was a pretty serious cut. I didn’t want to look at it when I came in because I knew it wouldn’t be good.” Joel was helped up the beach to a waiting ambulance by good friend and three-time world champion, Andy Irons who had been surfing with him.
The cut is on the underside of Joel’s right foot, just in front of his heel. Due to fly out early next week for South Africa, the cut will not have time to heal and as such Joel has made the decision to miss the Jeffreys Bay event.
“It’s one of my favourite events, so I’m obviously disappointed that I won’t be there this year. After having such a long break I was really looking forward to competing again and really looking forward to just surfing J-Bay.”
Joel’s disappointment wasn’t confined to missing J-Bay. “Did you see how perfect the wave I did it on was? One of the most perfect waves I’ve ridden at Snapper and I go and cut my foot on it!”
While Joel will miss J-Bay, there is a six-week break until the next event, the Billabong Pro in Tahiti starting on August 23, and there are no doubts that he’ll be ready for it. “In a way I was lucky it happened now and not later in the year when the events are all back-to-back. At least I have the time now to get it right. I just wanna wish all the boys good luck over at J-Bay and I’ll see you all in Tahiti.”
Thanks to all the crew who’ve been offering their support. We’ll keep you posted in coming days.
53 COMMENTS
Al Robbs says:
July 8, 2010 at 10:35 pmShit Parko that’s bad luck, especially before Jbay, hopefully they only get 3 footers and you’re back on your feet quickly, good luck for the rest of the year, cheers, Al
Tonya says:
July 8, 2010 at 11:28 pmOh My God! That looks incredibly painful. I mean REALLY painful. Hope you have a speedy recovery!
Chris D says:
July 8, 2010 at 11:34 pmRest well and come back stronger!!!
yep says:
July 8, 2010 at 11:38 pmyou fucking rip joel!!!
Occy’s Mum says:
July 9, 2010 at 12:14 amOuch brother. J-bay won’t be the same this year with ‘ya mate. Heal up.
Klaatii says:
July 9, 2010 at 12:27 amoh man! What a mess, you aren´t lucky with injuries…
…get well soon!
A from Krautland says:
July 9, 2010 at 12:49 amJ-bay without you is like vegemite toast without butter. Wishing u a speedy recovery. Go z Germans! PODOLSKI!!!!
67 Surfboards says:
July 9, 2010 at 12:57 amDamn mate!!! bra that sucks but shit happens man.. you just gotta rest then come back 10xharder!!! Hope you the best!! -Oz
Devon Matt says:
July 9, 2010 at 1:40 amI just read the news on ASP website and thought, come on parko dont be such a pussy, how bad can it cut foot be. Then I see the pic here and just threw up my tea and toast.
Looks hideous mate, all the best and a speedy recovery!
Carlo says:
July 9, 2010 at 2:10 amJoel,
Can’t you just wrap it in duck tape and still go? How about wearing reef booties? We need to see you surf pumpin j-bay mate!
Get (s)well soon!
Justin Johnston-Thomas says:
July 9, 2010 at 2:17 amGet well soon Parko! Jeez man that’s deep! I once jumped on a glass in the dark and I thought that was bad…..until now! Take it easy bro!
Essie Kassuulke says:
July 9, 2010 at 2:26 amMy little grom, Harm Kassulke (10), remembered you in his prayers tonight for speedy recovery and the chance to make up for lost points on the tour. He also remembered Monica and the girls and hoped they wouldn’t worry about you too much. Kids prayers have special magic. Hope they work for you.
dre says:
July 9, 2010 at 2:40 amAHH man that sucks. Get well soon and tear tahiti a new one!!!
Seagull says:
July 9, 2010 at 2:52 amThat sucks pretty much..
Get well soon & all the best
Lekun says:
July 9, 2010 at 3:03 amC’mon Joel, you’ll soon be up and walking/surfing in Tahiti.
luke out the back says:
July 9, 2010 at 3:39 amI did the same but on a shit wave at cronulla- expect the scar tissue to feel like you’re walking on a pen for the next 3 months!!! seriously weird!!
Mark and Ty Richo says:
July 9, 2010 at 4:27 amMate you’ll be back stronger than ever.Things might seem no good right now but you have so much support and it will be all good in the long run!!!!
Zax says:
July 9, 2010 at 7:20 amJP, im feelin for ya mate. I did something similar and it took three months to heel with no infection, but Im sure you have better docs than me. Most painful injury Ive ever had, worse than any broken bones. Keep it dry & clean and stay positive. Hope to see you in Tahiti…
tony bear says:
July 9, 2010 at 8:14 amfck joel,now i gotta change my fantasy surfer,geezus mate thats so knarly,big bummer ,hope u can
make it back for the rest of the season mate,get well soon ……shaka’s …..pura vida…tony b.
Melissa says:
July 9, 2010 at 8:53 amBummer Joel! My favourite surfer to watch, especially at JB.
Machine gun joe says:
July 9, 2010 at 9:33 amParko man so harsh was so looking forward to seeing you at Jay bay was going to be sick get well soon buddy hope your all repaired for Tahiti
Craig says:
July 9, 2010 at 11:59 amInjuries are always a bummer, but you know the drill, let the docs do their job, should be right in about two weeks. Bummer it your back foot, it’s gonna hurt on roundos for a while. Prayer and good wishes for a swift recovery
Mik says:
July 9, 2010 at 12:45 pmJoel: Very sorry to hear of this. I was really looking for a big win by you at J-Bay!
Health tip: Avoid all alcohol until it is properly healed. It will aid the healing process and help you avoid infection. Also try this Ayurveda formula: “Flexcel” from http://www.mapi.com. It will accelerate healing. And Amrit Kalash Nectar from the same company, a very powerful immune booster; all natural. I have used these products regularly to stay young. I healed from a foot injury where I broke a bone in 3 pieces, and it healed in 6 weeks, perfectly, and I am practically twice your age. Strategy comment:
Strategy tip: These two injuries may have a significant message: Why were you surfing Snapper when the J-Bay contest starts in week???? Or Indo last year??? To win a World Title, you have to dominate each tour surf spot, and to be in tune with the current conditions, you have to be there—not somewhere you might prefer. Every year is different, especially with Global Warming effects emerging. Don’t surf anywhere but the contest venues during the WT season. This also resonates with the heat against Bobby Martinez. You went to the wrong place; you should have either decided to surf that reef earlier, or stayed where you felt YOU wanted. Ignore the other guys. Tough love comments, I know, but you can win a title. You are a surfer of historical talent. For greater sports related mental clarity, and to improve reaction times as one ages, look into http://www.tm.org. It will extend your career 5 years…
guilherme says:
July 9, 2010 at 3:51 pmHey Parko
That was so deep mate… what a bummer.
Here in Brazil we are all wishing it heals quickly.
You will get back on tour soon and show everyone who’s the best.
Guilherme
Chuck Deuce says:
July 9, 2010 at 5:45 pmSnapper gave you a Snapper!
Keoki P. says:
July 9, 2010 at 6:37 pmWhat a freak gash! Praying for your speedy recovery. You’ll be back bruddah. It’s a long season. Anything can happen.
sandy beach boyz says:
July 9, 2010 at 8:31 pmaloha bruddah parko! damn, that’s one nasty gash. gonna need some stitches, lotsa rest, and make sure you take a ton of antibiotics so it don’t get infected… darn, i’m only taking you off my fantasy team cuz i gotta, you won’t be there. GET WELL FAST MATE and we catcha down in French Polynesia…. ALOHA from HAWAII…..
Davo says:
July 9, 2010 at 9:16 pmI was out there and saw you guys at Snapper and can confirm the barrels were great, but a bit smaller this morning. Good luck fella with the healing (no pun intended)
joel says:
July 9, 2010 at 9:42 pmThanks to everyone for there support… means a lot while I’m laying in a hospital bed
Jeff says:
July 9, 2010 at 10:15 pmWhat a bummer, best of luck on your recovery…you’ll be back better and hungrier than ever!
RICHI says:
July 10, 2010 at 12:18 amHOLA Hermano!
I saw the picture today in the news!! Well mate keep strong that you will dispute the world champ again this year!
All the KIIIII and good vibes bro!
Richi from Chile!
brian says:
July 10, 2010 at 2:14 amOuch. Thats gotta hurt. Photo should come with a contains graphic violence ratings sticker. Although last years injury had to have been worse, Down but not out, as Mick showed last year a strong run back half of the year can have you back on top. Chance for some unfinished business. All the best for back in the soon.
riley says:
July 10, 2010 at 3:07 amhey parko i was surfing snapper when you cut your foot, i was around you when the ambulance came it was crazy, i saw andy irons and i said to him how bad is it and he said mate it doesent look to good…well cant do much about it hay just try to rest that foot as best you can j bay wont be the same without you there i hope you can come back soon and carve up in the water, from riley
Davo crespel says:
July 10, 2010 at 3:11 amGood Recovery Parko
(From FRANCE)
Devon Matt says:
July 10, 2010 at 6:28 amIf injuries could talk eh! This one looks like it is.
Sorry mate, hope you get better soon
David Sauers says:
July 10, 2010 at 2:04 pmGot cut my foot exact same way a few years back. But I did it while climbing out of the water onto some rocks. Good news… you’ll bounce back quickly. It’ll be tender for a bit. Bummed you’ll be missing J-Bay… I was looking forward to the show.
Luc says:
July 11, 2010 at 4:38 amOUCH PARKO!!
get better soooon bru!! SA will miss you!!
MAGT says:
July 11, 2010 at 5:24 amget better soon. Best regards from Canaries isles and good luck the rest of the year.
Dylan says:
July 11, 2010 at 12:46 pmIm sorry but i was just reading through the article on msw about this and people are saying suck it up and get back in there its only a cut , thats one big cut. but this happend to me a few months ago, not as bad though and on my head . that must of hurt alot. get well soon .
dale says:
July 11, 2010 at 12:51 pmi am friends of the man that cut his head i was in with him
i have meet joel just before he done this cut and he was a really nice man and i got his autograph
get well soon dale b
angus says:
July 11, 2010 at 12:54 pmjoel you are my fravoute surf i am gutted for you get well soon
Miguel says:
July 12, 2010 at 12:10 pmWhat doesn’t kill you makes you stronger, is not what they say?! Get well soon! you’re the best!
“Cheers” from Portugal!
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Tamar from Israel says:
July 12, 2010 at 9:58 pmParko, I wish you a fast and speedy 100% recovery. Always rooting for you and will miss watching you surf and smile at J-Bay. Anyway, you don’t need a competition to tell you that you’re #1…you should know it and so do we.
x
God Of Board Injuries says:
July 12, 2010 at 10:48 pmlol i got u good!
ryan says:
July 13, 2010 at 6:52 amget well soon joel!!!
rich corbin says:
July 13, 2010 at 9:32 pmThat looks pretty, gnarly hope you make it back on your two feet soon. I just recently f—-’d my foot up two weeks ago and just now have gotten back in the water, sans the stitches, super glue does wonders! damn oysters sliced my foot up pretty good not as good as you fin seems to do though. Good luck on a speedy recovery.
ttatto says:
July 14, 2010 at 12:04 pmOH MY GODD!!!!
jonathan noga says:
July 15, 2010 at 2:39 pmdoode!
Draw 2 eyes and a nose on that thing…it’ll look like homer simpson drinking kool-aid!!!
ride free
get better
radical rodents says:
July 19, 2010 at 12:55 amdear Mr Parko we hope you get better soon so we can see you out there ripping again.Bad luck comes in 3′s, first mother nature the stinjy bitch gave you no waves at the pipe contest,she kinda stiffed you again at the last day of the Bells contest and now this.Man your having a bad run at the moment,we just wanna see you back in the water doin what you do best and thats slaughtering waves.Me and the other mice have put together a slide show for you so you can watch it on that big ass TV set that you own and we will get it out to you A.S.A.P.We wanna see you win a world tittle and wanna see you drink beer from the world cup.So get well soon mate
Skidmark,Rocket,Pablo,Banzai and Peanut
Radical Rodents
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