Ballesteros's health problems began last October

Golf legend Seve Ballesteros says he is "recovered 90%" and is hitting golf balls again after undergoing extensive treatment for a brain tumour.

The 52-year-old five-time major winner has had four operations and recently made his first public appearance since the start of his treatment.

"Now I am perfect, I can do any kind of sport, running, swimming, rowing and I am also hitting golf shots," he said.

"The fact that I was a sportsman and used to competing and fighting helped."

606: DEBATE Fantastic news to see the legend up and on his feet again showing the same grit and determination in his battle with cancer as he did with all of his battles in golf Bluenose_Brummie

Ballesteros admitted he had "suffered like a dog" during his illness and will need to undergo a fifth round of chemotherapy, but his condition is improving.

"The results of my last tests at La Paz Hospital in Madrid showed I was on the right path," he said.

"I will go on working to get better each day."

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