Richmond Football Club, on behalf of the Hafey family, wishes to advise that Tommy has recently undergone successful surgery for a brain tumour.

Tommy is currently in rehabilitation, but is expected to be released next week.

The four-time Richmond premiership coach and Tiger ‘Immortal’ is focusing his full attention on his recuperation, using his renowned discipline and positivity, and is not available for any comment at this stage.

The entire Richmond Football Club extends its very best wishes to Tommy for a speedy recovery.

We encourage people to send their well wishes to Tommy’s website, www.tomhafey.com.au , or email him at tom@tomhafey.com.au.