Several performers rehearsing for the final act of a circus show in Florida suddenly lost their balance on the tightrope and fell some 25 feet on Wednesday, officials confirmed, calling the plunge "a tragedy." They said the world-famous tightrope walker Nik Wallenda of the Flying Wallendas was on the wire at the time but was not hurt. The group was practicing a pyramid trick inside the tent at the University Town Center in Sarasota, Circus Arts Conservatory co-founder Pedro Reis said. (AP Photo/John Raoux)Worried familiy members rushed to the circus tent. Reis defended his circus performers, saying they "push the limit" like NASCAR or Formula One racers.

Source: Fox News February 08, 2017 18:45 UTC