Achille Polonara, the basketball player for Virtus Segafredo Bologna, has revealed a harrowing health ordeal in a recent interview with the Italian television program Le Iene. Polonara spent ten days in a coma and was given a grim prognosis by doctors, yet he is now preparing to leave the hospital.
The 32-year-old forward detailed his experience, stating that medical professionals informed him he had only a 10% chance of survival. Polonara did not disclose the specific cause of his coma during the interview, which aired November 4, 2025. His recovery marks a important turning point after a period of intense uncertainty for both him and his team.
Polonara’s return to health is notably noteworthy given his role as a key player for Virtus Bologna, a prominent Italian basketball club. He joined the team in 2022 and has been instrumental in their recent successes, including winning the 2023 EuroCup championship. Prior to joining Virtus, Polonara played for several other professional teams, including Olimpia Milano and Gran Canaria. He also represented the Italian national team in international competitions.
