Gruesome Injury Temporarily Halts Olympic Events
A harrowing incident at the Winter Olympics has temporarily halted events, as a snowboarder suffered a severe injury. During the women’s snowboard half-pipe qualifiers, China’s Liu Jiayu experienced a horrific fall.
Incident Details
The accident occurred when Liu was executing her second run. Her snowboard caught in the snow, causing her to tumble awkwardly. At 33 years old, Liu landed on her neck, rendering her motionless on the snow-covered ground.
Response from Medics
Immediately after the fall, medical personnel rushed to Liu’s aid, and the event’s music was silenced. Anxious spectators observed the scene unfold as the situation became increasingly tense. Liu was eventually carried away on a stretcher for further evaluation.
Impact on the Competition
The competition faced a 10-minute suspension while medics attended to the injured athlete. Liu, a silver medalist from the 2018 Games, finished her qualifying run in 14th place with a score of 62.75. This score was not enough for her to qualify for the top 12 athletes moving on to the next round.
Top Performers
- Chloe Kim (USA) topped the qualifiers with an impressive score of 90.25.
- Liu Jiayu failed to qualify for Milano-Cortina after her fall.
As of now, there has been no update regarding Liu’s condition following her injury. Fans and fellow athletes alike are holding their breath, hoping for her swift recovery after this alarming incident.
