Denise Drysdale undergoing surgery after “tumble” on set
<p>Denise Drysdale is undergoing surgery in hospital on Friday after she suffered injuries received on the set of Channel 7’s new show Holey Moley.</p>
<p><em>Studio 10</em> entertainment reporter Craig Bennett spoke about the incident, as someone who is a close friend to Drysdale.</p>
<p>He says the TV veteran “took a tumble”.</p>
<p>“She’s wound up doing herself a terrible damage,” he said.</p>
<p>“She’s in hospital now, she’s going to be OK.”</p>
<p><em>Studio 10</em> co-host Sarah Harris added that “she will have surgery today so it’s serious”.</p>
<p>It is still not clear exactly what role Drysdale has on Channel 7’s <em>Holey Moley</em>, but it is being filmed in Queensland.</p>
<p>Eureka Productions spokesperson told<span> </span><a rel="noopener" href="https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/denise-drysdale-undergoing-surgery-in-hospital-after-tumble/news-story/9ef55435b55a6a39bb38de06bbe86b2d" target="_blank">news.com.au:</a><span> </span>“While filming <em>Holey Moley</em> in Brisbane last night, Denise Drysdale tripped on a putting green and sustained a shoulder injury.</p>
<p>“She is resting and receiving treatment. Denise is a national treasure and everyone is wishing her a speedy recovery.”</p>
<p>Drysdale herself also gave a statement which said: “Mummy has took a tumble and has broken one of her chicken wings.</p>
<p>“The hospital are taking good care of me.”</p>
<p><em>Holey Moley</em><span> </span>is set to hit screens next year and will be hosted by Sonia Kruger with Matt Shirvington and US comedian Rob Riggle acting as commentators.</p>
<p>Golfing legend Greg Norman will also appear on the show.</p>
<p>According to a Channel 7 press release: “<em>Holey Moley</em> sees mini golf lovers from around Australia competing head-to-head on the unparalleled, larger-than-life obstacle mini golf course. They’ll face out-of-this-world putting and physical challenges while they attempt to complete the course and reach the daunting final hole.</p>
<p>“Each episode, one winner will take home the ‘Golden Putter’ trophy and coveted <em>Holey Moley</em> plaid jacket. Then, in the Grand Final, the winners from every episode will face off for the chance to take home the $100,000 grand prize.”</p>
