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Carlton fan favourite Sam Docherty has endured more setbacks than just about any footy star you can think of - but the defender has revealed his latest health battle has left him 'in the pit.'
Docherty, 30, has beaten cancer twice and is currently recovering following his third knee reconstruction in March.
Even rival footy supporters were shattered for the Blues defender, who admitted at times he has adopted a 'why me' mentality, especially with coach Michael Voss' men being a genuine premiership contender this season.
When he ruptured his ACL against Brisbane, Docherty didn't initially fear the worst.
Confident he had only damaged his meniscus, the veteran defender played through the pain.
Carlton star Sam Docherty has endured more than most in his life - but the defender revealed his latest health battle has left him 'in the pit'
Docherty, 30, has beaten cancer twice and is recovering following his third knee reconstruction in March (pictured, with wife Natalie and daughter Ruby)
A subsequent scan soon revealed Docherty's worst fears after he started to worry when his doctor didn't get back to him immediately.
'He's
