Lamecha Girma health update as world record holder taken to hospital after sickening fall in steeplechase
Lamecha Girma is 'in a good condition', according to his coach Teshome Kebede, after the runner suffering a horror fall in the last lap of the men's 3,000m steeplechase final. The Ethiopian runner was making a move in the final 300m up to the front of the pack when he clipped his knee on a barrier and crashed to the floor. The 23-year-old, who currently holds the world record in the event, was put in a neck brace before being stretchered off the track. Paris Olympic organisers released a statement after the incident, which read: “Following his fall in the 3,000m steeplechase, Lamecha Girma received immediate care from the on-site medical teams. "Paris 2024 is in close contact with the Ethiopian NOC to stay updated on his condition.”Girma broke the world record for the 3,000m steeplechase in Paris last year in a Diamond League meet.
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August 08, 2024 07:07 UTC
Lamecha Girma hospitalized after horror fall, but life not in danger
The Ethiopian runner Lamecha Girma, who was stretchered off the track during the men’s 3,000-meter steeplechase final, has been described as “in good form” after a visit from members of the Ethiopian Olympic Committee. According to the French newspaper L’Equipe, Girma was initially taken to a medical room at the Stade de France. On social media, Eabisa Negese, an Ethiopian journalist who accompanied Team Ethiopia, posted a photo of Lamecha Girma at the Pitié Salpêtrière hospital where he was taken. “We regret that one of the athletes fell in this steeplechase final. A statement from Paris 2024 organisers said: “Following his fall in the 3,000m steeplechase, Lamecha Girma received immediate care from the on-site medical teams.
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August 08, 2024 05:41 UTC
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August 08, 2024 04:31 UTC
Men's steeplechase final: Ethiopian world record takes hard fall, carried away on a stretcher
Medics rushed to attend the 23-year-old Ethiopian athlete after a hard fall during the steeplechase final. PARIS, France — Ethiopia's Lamecha Girma exited the Olympics purple track on a stretcher after taking a rough fall during the men's 3,000-meter steeplechase final. Medics rushed to aid the Ethiopian runner and he was quickly stretchered away with a neck brace. Until his fall, Girma appeared to be in contention for a medal in the final. Morocco’s Soufiane El Bakkali defended his title in men’s steeplechase, finishing in 8 minutes, 6.05 seconds for a .36-second win over America’s Kenneth Rooks.
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August 08, 2024 04:21 UTC
World record holder Lamecha Girma motionless after sickening fall during Olympics steeplechase final
Ethiopian superstar Lamecha Girma was taken to hospital after a sickening fall during the 3000m steeplechase final on Thursday morning (AEST). It was a hard, hard crash,” one commentator on the world feed said. Girma and El Bakkali pushed each other and I think, I think Girma lost consciousness there. “Following his fall in the 3000m steeplechase, Lamecha Girma received immediate care from the on-site medical teams. “We regret that one of the athletes fell in this steeplechase final.
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August 08, 2024 03:29 UTC
Paris Olympics: Ethiopia's Lamecha Girma leaves steeplechase final on stretcher after falling, hitting head
Ethiopia's Lamecha Girma hit his head on the track after tripping over a hurdle in the 3,000-meter men's steeplechase final. (BEN Stansall/AFP via Getty Images)Medal table | Olympic schedule | How to watch | Olympic newsEthiopia's Lamecha Girma left Wednesday's men's 3,000-meter Olympic steeplechase final on a stretcher after falling and hitting the back of his head on the final lap. Images from the stadium show medical officials placing Girma's head and neck in a brace and carrying him off on a stretcher. Ethiopia's Lamecha Girma was removed from the Olympic track on a stretcher after hitting his head on a fall during the men's 3,000-meter steeplechase final. "Following his fall in the 3000m steeplechase, Lamecha Girma received immediate care from the on-site medical teams," the statement reads.
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August 07, 2024 22:54 UTC
El Bakkali retains Olympic steeplechase title as Girma suffers worrying fall
El Bakkali became the second man to successfully defend his Olympic steeplechase title after Volmari Iso-Hollo of Finland last achieved the feat at the 1936 Berlin Games, but said the year had "not been easy". El Bakkali admitted that his injury woes had even left him thinking he might not participate in Paris. The 28-year-old El Bakkali arrived at the Olympics with a target on his back, having won the last three global championships. His second Olympic gold in the French capital leaves him in rare company among Arab athletes to have doubled up at the Summer Games. While El Bakkali sped away for victory, there was concern for Girma, the world record holder who fell badly on the third-last barrier.
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August 07, 2024 22:43 UTC
Men's steeplechase final: Ethiopian world record holder takes hard fall, carried away on a stretcher
Medics rushed to attend the 23-year-old Ethiopian athlete after a hard fall during the steeplechase final. PARIS, France — Ethiopia's Lamecha Girma exited the Olympics purple track on a stretcher after taking a rough fall during the men's 3,000-meter steeplechase final. Medics rushed to aid the Ethiopian runner and he was quickly stretchered away with a neck brace. Girma, who is the world record holder in the event, had an early lead during the race along with his fellow Ethiopian teammates. Morocco’s Soufiane El Bakkali defended his title in men’s steeplechase, finishing in 8 minutes, 6.05 seconds for a .36-second win over America’s Kenneth Rooks.
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August 07, 2024 22:15 UTC
August 7, 2024, Olympics news and results
Patrick Smith/Getty ImagesThere is simply never a dull moment at this year’s Olympics. What started off as a routine heat in the men’s 5000m event, ended in utter chaos as multiple athletes were left strewn over the track. The incident seemed to start with a tussle between Team GB’s George Mills and France’s Hugo Hay, and resulted in the British runner bumping into two runners on his outside. Great Britain's George Mills and France's Hugo Hay react following the men's 5000m heats at the Stade de France on August 7. This post has been updated with quotes from Team GB’s George Mills and information of appeals.
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August 07, 2024 22:01 UTC
Paris 2024: Ethiopian Lamecha Girma Suffers Nasty Fall During 3000m Steeplechase Final, Stretchered Off Track
Ethiopian athlete Lamecha Girma suffered a horrendous fall during the final of the 3000m steeplechase event at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Wednesday and had to be stretchered off the track. Catch Paris Olympics 2024 Day 12 LIVE Updates Here. Explore India At Paris Olympics 2024 Today. Check the updated list of Paris Olympics 2024 Medal Tally. Check Paris Olympics 2024 Event Results.
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August 07, 2024 20:52 UTC
Ethiopia’s Lamecha Girma stretchered off track after falling during steeplechase final
Ethiopian star runner Lamecha Girma exited the track on a stretcher after taking a hard fall while attempting to clear a barrier on the backside of the final lap in Wednesday’s 3000m men’s steeplechase. The 23-year-old was accelerating down the back straightaway as he leaped to clear the hurdle while competitors were on his right and left. Girma appeared to clip the barrier with his trailing right knee and fell directly onto his upper body. On the broadcast, Peacock play-by-play commentator Leigh Diffey noted minutes later that Girma remained motionless. “In 40 years of commentating running and the steeplechase, I have never seen a fall that heavy,” Diffey said solemnly as he signed off.
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August 07, 2024 20:28 UTC
Paris Olympics: Distressful Update on Ethiopian Heartbreaking Fall in 3000m Steeplechase
The crowd at Stade de France was on the edge of their seats as the Paris Olympics final of the men’s 3000m steeplechase unfolded. Lamecha Girma, Soufiane El Bakkali, Mohamed Tindouft, and Kenneth Rooks all shone in the heats, showcasing their strong performances. As Lamecha Girma sadly missed out on gold yet again, Kenneth Rooks makes history at the Paris Olympics! Hot on his heels was Kenneth Rooks from the USA, who delivered an impressive personal best of 8:06.41 to grab the silver. via Reuters Paris 2024 Olympics – Athletics – Men’s 3000m Steeplechase Final – Stade de France, Saint-Denis, France – August 07, 2024.
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August 07, 2024 20:21 UTC
Paris 2024 Olympics: Avinash Sable finishes eleventh in men’s 3000m steeplechase final; El Bakkali defends title
India’s Avinash Sable finished eleventh in the men’s 3000m steeplechase final at the Paris 2024 Olympics held at the Stade de France on Wednesday. Morocco’s Soufiane El Bakkali won the race to become the first to defend the men’s 3000m steeplechase title after Finland’s Volmari Iso-Hollo (1932-1936). El Bakkali timed 8:06.05 for victory with American Kenneth Rooks taking silver in 8:06.41 and Kenya’s Abraham Kibiwot claiming bronze (8:06.47). While Sable struggled to break free, reigning Olympic champion El Bakkali thundered forward to win the title with a ferocious final kick. Soufiane El Bakkali of Team Morocco celebrates winning the gold medal in the Men’s 3000m Steeplechase Final.
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August 07, 2024 20:08 UTC
UNICEF promotes breastfeeding in Ethiopia – New Business
This week, as we observe World Breastfeeding Week under the theme, “Closing the gap: Breastfeeding Support for All”, UNICEF is calling on governments, donors, civil society, and the private sector to step up efforts to protect, promote and support breastfeeding, today more than ever. “Breastfeeding provides children with the best start in life,” said Mariko Kagoshima, UNICEF Acting Representative in Ethiopia. Secondly, the aggressive advertising of breastmilk substitutes is undermining breastfeeding practices and jeopardizing infant health in Ethiopia must be curbed. Thirdly, this year’s theme “Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All” aims to position breastfeeding as an equalizer in our society. As a leading advocate for children’s rights and well-being, UNICEF reaffirms its commitment to working with the Ethiopian government and other partners to further support exclusive breastfeeding practices.
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August 07, 2024 15:48 UTC
Lawyers seek Sh7.5 trillion for Ethiopian Airlines crash victims
Lawyers tasked with representing Kenyan families of victims of the 2019 Ethiopian Airlines Boeing 737 Max plane crash are seeking up to $58 billion (Sh7.5 trillion) in compensation. The new compensation demands are more than double the initial request for the crash victim’s families. The proposed fine is grossly inadequate and fails to meet the standards set by prior precedents in penalising corporations for similar egregious conduct,” said Manuel von Ribbeck, founding partner at Ribbeck Law Chartered. This was after the company had admitted full responsibility for the crash in a legal agreement, which stated that the aircraft manufacturer accepted responsibility for the crash of Ethiopian airlines flight 302 in March 2019, having produced an airplane that had unsafe conditions. – By Ann Precious KinyuaEmail your news TIPS to Editor@nairobilawmonthly.com, and to advertise with us, call +254715061658 anytime of the day
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August 07, 2024 15:41 UTC