Majak Daw is a former rules footballer from Australia who played for Melbourne Football Club and the North Melbourne Football Club in the AFL. In 2009, he became the first Sudanese Australian to be drafted into the AFL club when he signed a contract with North Melbourne.
His drafting received international attention and was reported by the Voice of America and the BBC. On February 20, 2011, he made his first appearance in a NAB Cup match for North Melbourne.
He was born in Khartoum, Sudan, along with his six siblings, he and his family fled the Second Sudanese Civil War and lived in Egypt for three years, and later in 2003, they moved to Australia.
Majak Daw Girlfriend In 2022: Split With Ex-Partner Emily McKay
Daw has not shared about his romantic relationship after his split with his ex-girlfriend Emily McKay. Look’s like he is currently single.
Daw broke up with his ex-partner McKay after having a romantic relationship with her for two years. The news of their breakup was announced four months after McKay had sent a message to his supporters for helping him in his recovery.
The former couple welcomed a son named Hendrix together in August 2019. Daw and McKay decided to prioritize their son and raise him together even after the split.
Before Daw’s tragic incident on the bridge, he had fought with Mckay and had taken the sleeping pills. Majak is struggling with his mental health and alcohol problems.
His ex-girlfriend has kept her personal life out of the spotlight.
Majak Daw’s Retirement
Daw announced his immediate retirement in June 2022. His decision to retire is due to his injuries, and by stepping away from the position, he can now spend more time with his son.
He played 54 games for North Melbourne before being selected by the Demons in 2021 but could not add his games tally. After the end of the 2020 AFL season, he was delisted by North Melbourne.
Daw has thanked his family, friends, coaches, teammates, and the wider football community for their support and care during his time in the industry. He also stated that he would walk away with lifelong memories, friendships, and real pride in his achievements.
Majak Daw’s Bridge Incident and Injury
In 2018, Daw fell from Bolte Bridge and severely injured his hips and pelvic region. The chances of him returning to AFL were very low.
On the night of the incident, he fought with his then-girlfriend Emily McKay and had taken sleeping pills, and his car was also found abandoned near the river.
To return to the field after the injury surgeon placed a 15-centimeter metal rod in each hip. He made his AFL return on August 1, 2020, after the surgery. Daw felt like he was given a second life.
Before the incident, he had tried to take his life three times as he struggled with mental health. He had also battled alcoholism and racial abuse while playing professionally.
He feels he is lucky to have good people in his inner circle who supported him during the hard times and helped him overcome the darkness.