Brisbane BMX rider Alex Hiam in recovery after horrific head injury

A popular Brisbane professional BMX rider is counting his lucky stars after a horrific crash, which left his “face broken” while competing on the other side of the world.

A popular Brisbane professional BMX rider is counting his lucky stars after a horrific crash, which left his “face broken” while competing in on the other side of the world.

Brisbane’s Alex Hiam suffered serious head injuries in an accident while riding in a competition in Estonia on August 25, where he still remains in the intensive care unit of the local hospital.

The 29-year-old from Redlands is still recovering in ICU despite showing positive signs in recent days, where he event went for a walk outside yesterday and started eating once again.

The crash and Hiam’s injuries left family, friends and members of the BMX community in Australia scared for his welfare.

But they all have since rallied behind the talented athlete, raising almost $40,000 to help the former Cleveland District State High School student with his recovery, covering medical bills as well as costs to send someone to Estonia to help bring him back home.

Professional BMX rider Alex Hiam. Picture: alexhiam/Instagram

Doctors have not yet cleared him to return due to the significant head injuries he suffered.

As his condition continues to improve, Hiam posted an emotional video to his Instagram page saying he was overwhelmed by the support he received and he was “in good care” and “going to be OK”.

“I hit my head and my face is broken, but it’s going to heal,” he said to his 117,000 followers on the social media platform.

Professional BMX rider Alex Hiam giving an update on his condition from his hospital bed in Estonia after suffering serious injuries during a crash in a competition. Picture: Facebook

“I’m working on getting home to Australia.

“Thank you for everyone’s support and love, I just want to say that I’m OK and I love you guys.

“I went for a walk outside today and felt the sunshine and the grass and I’m so thankful for

“We’re working on seeing the doctors and figuring out when I can fly home because my head’s still healing

Alex Hiam posts about his recovery from a serious BMX crash on his social media. Picture: alexhiam/Instagram

“I’m here and I’m getting better.

“Sorry I didn’t mean to stress or scare anyone and I’m so grateful for the BMX community backing me and I feel so supported.”

A relative of the athlete, Elise Hiam, who started the GoFundMe page said her brother remained under close monitoring.

“Tests are ongoing, and though we are still unsure of his long-term care requirements, we are hopeful and optimistic,” she said.

“Both we and his medical team are taking things day by day. Alex is very grateful to be here, and we deeply appreciate your support and care.”

There have been almost 700 donations to help his recovery, with some reaching as high as $1600.

Hiam posted videos of him competing in Estonia on his social media pages just days before the accident.

Among those showing their support for him was Olympic gold medallist and fellow Queensland Logan Martin.

“Really stoked to see you’re doing okay mate! ️Rest up,” he commented on Instagram.