Pro Surfer Makai McNamara in Coma After Accident at Banzai Pipeline in Hawaii

Professional surfer Makai McNamara was reportedly put into an induced coma for 72 hours following an accident while surfing the Banzai Pipeline in Hawaii on Sunday.

Gabrielle Rockson of People cited reports from Island News and Surfer and noted McNamara was knocked unconscious when a large wave caused the accident. Fellow professional surfer Eli Olson was among those who helped rescue him.

"It was just a bad wave, kind of a freak accident, and he went head first into the reef," Olson said.

Olson also said McNamara remained underwater for nearly two minutes before help was able to reach him.

While McNamara eventually regained consciousness, he was taken to the hospital and placed into the induced coma to help him recover.

On Monday, McNamara’s father, Liam, posted an update on Instagram and thanked those who helped rescue his son.

"It's been 24 hours since the incident and he's on his road to recovery," he said. "He feels your energy, he feels your love, he feels your positive vibes and we appreciate each and every one of you for your support."