An Olympics star collapsed in agony during the women’s 100m heats in Paris and was carried off on a stretcher.
In a heartbreaking moment at the Paris Olympics, South Sudanese sprinter Lucia Moris collapsed during the women’s 100-metre heats.
She suffered a severe injury that left her writhing in pain on the track.
The scene was both distressing and emotional for spectators.
The incident has drawn widespread concern and sympathy from fans and fellow athletes alike.
Moris stumbled and fell after the race, with medical staff rushing to assist her.
The track events at the Paris Olympics commenced on Friday, with sprinting as a key highlight.
Moris started the race strongly, positioned in the inside lane.
During one of the heats, 23-year-old Lucia Moris, representing South Sudan, appeared to suffer a significant injury midway through the race.
However, midway through the sprint, she seemed to experience discomfort after one particular step. She stumbled and then pulled up, clutching her leg before falling to the ground.
She was approximately 30 meters from the finish line when she collapsed in agony.
Moris receives immediate support after facing health issues
Medical staff quickly rushed onto the track to assist Moris. She remained on the ground for several minutes, visibly in pain, before being stretchered off.
The incident halted the event as organizers ensured she received prompt medical attention.
Despite Congo’s Natacha Ngoye winning the heat with a time of 11.34 seconds, the focus shifted to Moris.
Reactions from fellow competitors and spectators after Moris’s incident
Fellow competitors and spectators expressed their concern and support. Several athletes checked on her condition immediately after the race, and fans took to social media to offer their sympathies.
One person said said: MAYBE they don’t get enough food,especially because not everyone can speak French.
A second wrote: Goodness so much more pressure on bdy different climate, diet is probably off a bit! hope she recovers soon n is uneventful!
While a third commented: Please take care of your health…. Please don’t overdo just because its olympics..
Another added: So much for the almost mandatory plant-based diet and food stuffs in the Olympic Village.
Someone else said: Hamstring injury. It happens in sprinters particularly. and over the decades I’ve seen it happen a lot. While I am not a fan of the spurious Covid ‘vaccinations’ I don’t see how they cause a leg injury. Collapse, stroke and heart attacks yes – hamstring no.
Moris’ Olympic journey
Lucia Moris was competing in her second Olympics, having previously represented South Sudan in the Tokyo games, where she served as the flag bearer.
Her injury and subsequent exit in the preliminary rounds mean South Sudan remains without an Olympic medal since their debut in the Rio games eight years ago.
Lucia Moris’ collapse during the women’s 100m heats at the Paris Olympics is a stark reminder of the physical toll that high-level competition can take on athletes.
The incident has garnered an outpouring of support from the Olympic community, highlighting the solidarity and compassion that defines the spirit of the games.
As Moris undergoes medical treatment and recovery, the entire Olympic community hopes for her swift return to health.
Her resilience and determination will undoubtedly inspire many, reinforcing the challenges and triumphs inherent in the pursuit of Olympic dreams.