Jaworski dealing with symptoms from ‘non-threatening blood abnormality,’ says kin

MANILA, Philippines – The family of PBA great Robert Jaworski is asking for prayers as he is dealing with symptoms brought by a “non-threatening blood abnormality.”

In a statement released by the family Friday, Jaworski's family revealed the 75-year-old's condition after battling pneumonia last year.

Official statement from the Big J’s family ... prayers for his speedy recovery! pic.twitter.com/k4AbOh3Zph

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"Due to a non-life threatening blood abnormality that was discovered in 2016, the former senator has experienced difficulty in regaining his strength, weight, and normal well-being," the statement read.

"Despite this, he is making good progress and slowly moving forward," it added.

Jaworski recently celebrated his 75th birthday last March 8. He is a part of the 2021 class of the Philippine Sports Hall of Fame.