Triathlete Paralyzed in Race After Competitor Lands on His Head
“I’m f—king paralyzed”: Triathlete details horrific moment at SF race. This phrase, raw and visceral, encapsulates the terrifying experience of a triathlete competing in a San Francisco race. The incident highlights a shocking lack of organization and potentially life-threatening safety failures.
The accident occurred during the water portion of the race, a mass jump from a boat into the bay. A fellow competitor, jumping immediately after the victim, landed directly on his head. The impact resulted in an instant, devastating spinal injury, leaving the triathlete paralyzed. The sheer force of the impact, given the likely weight and height of the other athlete, is chilling to consider.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood