Season over for Germany's Mihambo after thigh injury
Olympic long jump champion Malaika Mihambo has been forced to end her season early due to a thigh injury, the German Athletics Association (DLV) said in a statement on Sunday. The German suffered the injury during her fifth and final jump at the Diamond League event in Katowice, Poland, on Saturday and subsequently had to be treated at a hospital, DLV said.
German long jump champion Malaika Mihambo's season has come to an abrupt conclusion due to a thigh injury, the German Athletics Association (DLV) announced on Sunday. The incident occurred during her final jump at the Diamond League event in Katowice, Poland on Saturday. Post-injury, Mihambo required hospital treatment.
Reflecting on her failed attempt, Mihambo expressed her determination in her Instagram post, stating she had given her all in her last jump. However, a sharp pain in her thigh forced her to cut the jump short mid-air, leaving her in the pit. An MRI scan scheduled for Monday will provide further insights into the injury's severity.
Despite initial reassurance from the preliminary assessments, Mihambo acknowledged the gravity of her situation, crediting her luck during the unfortunate event. However, it is clear that the two-time world and European champion will not participate in any more competitions this year.
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