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Lamecha Girma, an Ethiopian runner, was transported to a nearby facility for additional medical evaluation.
On Wednesday, August 7, 2018, Lamecha Girma, an Ethiopian athlete, was transported off the course during the final of the men’s 3,000-meter steeplechase event at the Stade de France.
On the final circuit, Girma, 23, who holds the world record and won silver in the event at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, stumbled over the final obstacle during the finals race. He tipped the hurdle as he approached and elevated his left leg, subsequently collapsing to the ground and striking the back of his head.
Grima remained on the ground as the other athletes finished the race and steered clear of him. He experienced a loss of consciousness while on the track. According to L’Equipe, he ultimately regained consciousness and was able to communicate a few minutes later.
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According to USA Today, Girma was on the track for an extended period of time prior to the arrival of medical personnel. Upon his arrival, four medical personnel secured him in a neck brace and transported him off the track to the stadium’s medical facilities.
According to L’Equipe, Girma was subsequently transported to the Pitié Salpêtrière hospital for further evaluation.
“In 40 years of commentating running and the steeplechase, I have never seen a fall that heavy,” Peacock announcer Leigh Diffey said during the broadcast, according to The Athletic.
“Following his fall in the 3,000m steeplechase, Lamecha Girma received immediate care from the on-site medical teams,” Paris 2024 organizers said in a statement, per The Guardian. “Our thoughts are with him and we are sending him our very best wishes for a swift recovery. Paris 2024 is in close contact with the Ethiopian NOC to stay updated on his condition.”
In 2023, Girma established the world record for the event with a time of 7:52:11. Additionally, he was awarded silver medals at the 2019 and 2022 world championships.
On Wednesday, Moroccan runner Soufiane El Bakkali secured the top spot with a time of 8:06:05. Kenneth Rooks, an American, followed in a time of 8:06:41, while Kenyan runner Abraham Kibiwot was closely behind with 8:06:47.
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