Gymnastics Star Jessica Gadirova's Olympic dreams in jeopardy after severe knee injury
Posted : 16 October 2023
Jessica Gadirova's participation in the Paris 2024 Olympic Games is in doubt due to a significant setback. The 19-year-old gymnast revealed that she suffered a complete tear of her anterior cruciate knee ligament, a serious injury that is expected to keep her out of competition for an extended period. This unfortunate incident occurred during her warm-up for the individual all-around final at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships in Antwerp.
Gadirova, who had previously secured three gold medals at the European Gymnastics Championships earlier in the year, had to withdraw from the competition as a result of this injury. She took to Instagram to share the news, emphasizing that the recovery process would be a challenging and lengthy journey.
The injury is a significant blow to Gadirova's Olympic aspirations, as she faces a race against time to regain fitness for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The gymnastics events at the upcoming Olympics are scheduled to begin on July 27, and Gadirova's recovery timeline remains uncertain. The injury occurred in a rather unexpected manner, during a gymnastics preparation routine, not a competitive skill, which makes the situation even more disheartening.
Despite this setback, Jessica Gadirova expressed her determination to return to the sport she loves with the support of those around her. Her sister, Jennifer Gadirova, who also competed in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics and is currently dealing with an injury, offered her unwavering support and solidarity. The gymnastics community and fans worldwide are rooting for Jessica's swift and successful recovery as she faces the challenges ahead.
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