Nina O?Brien Gives an Injury Update After Her Horrific Crash at Beijing Winter Olympics 2022

Replaying Nina O’Brien’s crash video gives us an idea of the freakish accident she had. Her legs gave way during the giant slalom competition, which gave fans a disturbing image. The talented American skier injured her foot during the competition as the event stopped for some time. With paramedics rushing towards the sport, it was not a pretty sight to watch.

However, O’Brien gave an update on the extent of the injury, and it’s all safe to say that she is stable in the hospital. Although her injury may take some time to recover, it is refreshing to see her smiling in her hospital bed.

Nina O’Brien gives fans her injury update

Fans and other athletes stood in shock at the injury and it was one of the most devastating crashes in the competition. Time and time again, athletes fell to the ground. The Alpine skiing competitions will see athletes travel at the speed of around 45 miles per hour. Hence, with the use of their legs, they maneuver themselves beside those ‘gates’, which helps them to moderate their speeds. But misjudging a gate can cause serious injuries, just like O’Brien suffered on her day.

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“I keep replaying it in my head, wishing I?d skied those last few gates differently. But here we are. I had surgery last night to stabilize my tibia, which unfortunately was an open fracture through my leg. I?ll get the rest fixed at home, but for now I?m in great hands. I want to say thank you to everyone who?s taken care of me, especially those who rushed to me in the finish and my doctors and nurses in Yanqing,” said O’Brien.

With further tests being done in her homeland, she returns to the United States of America to receive further treatment.

Disappointing day for Mikaela Shiffrin

The giant slalom competition, which was won by Swedish Alpine skier Sara Hector, had a great run in the Olympics. In an event that had its share of drama, reigning Olympic gold medalist Mikaela Shiffrin, could not muster up a brilliant performance. She lost her footing and slid away, ending her dreams of retaining the crown. But, she has more events to follow.

With events coming in thick and fast, Shiffrin hopes to win the next competition to win her third gold medal. As for O’Brien, we wish her a speedy recovery.

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