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The world of extreme sports often comes up with situations where exhilaration collides with unexpected perils. A video has gone viral on the internet, featuring a skateboarder that has sparked both awe and concern. In an unsettling narrative, the video exposes a split-second twist of fate, featuring a skateboarder.

His daring leap turned into a harrowing dislocation, shattering the boundary between triumph and tragedy. The haunting spectacle left viewers gasping as they witnessed how extreme athleticism leads to facing unforeseen consequences.  

Skateboarder’s high-flying attempt goes severely wrong

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Skateboarding comes with a blend of agility and risk-taking. A recent video on Instagram has gone viral, showcasing a skilled skateboarder attempting a daring landing from a raised platform, only to face a dire turn of circumstances. While intending to execute a perfect landing, he loses his balance leaving him with a horrific ankle dislocation. Bearing the caption, “ankle has left the chat”, the displaced ankle, grotesquely hanging, has resonated deeply with viewers. The adrenaline-fueled moment for the skateboarder, pinned on his skateboard left the online community anticipating a grand and daring spectacle.

 

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 However, subjected to immense pressure on landing, the ankle surrendered, leaving a haunting image among the viewers. The video has raised concerns about the need for proper training and adhering to caution to avoid risks. In addition to this, the responsibility lies on the enthusiasts to have a thorough understanding of one’s physical limits. 

Impact and response from the netizens

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The video’s comment section captured the fan’s reaction to the unlikely incident that the skateboarder met with. As the skateboarder landed, he noticed his ankle had dislocated from its original position and hung sideways. The displacement appeared to be strange for a fan as he commented, “I don’t think ur foot is meant to bend that way”.

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The pain that the skateboarder has been going through has transcended through layers and has been felt by the fan sitting opposite the mobile screen, “Felt that one”. The seriousness and gravity of the skateboarder’s injury have been called to attention by another fan, “Guys in case you can’t see he broke his ankle, and it looks pretty painful”. The fine line between fun and pain has been highlighted in the comment of another fan, “It’s fun and all until you scream”. The incident shed light on the importance of skill progression gradually and gaining control over the technique mastery. 

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Even though the video with the humorous caption tried to add a light-hearted touch, the incident triggered widespread concern for fans and beyond. The clip has reminded everyone of the sobering reality of the unforeseen accidents that are an indispensable part of extreme sports. Hence, participants are expected to be aware of the potential dangers and prepare themselves accordingly.

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