What happened to the USA BMX rider?
What happened to the USA BMX rider?
“Unfortunately with a brain injury such as brain bleeding like I had, it is impossible to know the exact timeline of healing.” A graduate of Green Valley High School, Fields was racing in the BMX semifinals when he crashed off a jump. More imaging will be needed before he resumes any “dangerous” activities, he says.
What happened to the BMX rider at the Olympics?
The American sustained a head injury after crashing during the men’s BMX semi-finals at Tokyo 2020 and has spent the last six days at the St. Lukes International Hospital in Tokyo. Rio 2016 BMX racing gold medallist Connor Fields suffered a major crash in the third round of the Olympic men’s race semi-final.
How is Connor Fields after crash?
He suffered a brain hemorrhage at the race venue, and now, the 28-year-old is expected to be released on Thursday, Aug. 5. “He will now return home to be with his friends and family in Henderson, Nevada, and start his rehabilitation,” USA Cycling confirmed in a statement.
What injuries did Connor Fields suffer?
According to his father, Connor Fields also suffered a broken rib and bruised lung in the crash. Fields, a medal favorite who crashed in a semifinal heat at Ariake Urban Sports Park, underwent a CT scan on his brain Saturday morning, according to his father. He also had CT scans on his spine and abdomen.
What injuries did Connor Fields sustain?
American BMX rider Connor Fields sustained a brain hemorrhage following his crash in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, according to USA Cycling.
Who caused Connor Fields crash?
Fields was in second place in a tight pack of riders when his front wheel caught the back wheel of the leader, France’s Romain Mahieu, and crashed headfirst onto the ground. Two riders fell over him.
What happened to injured BMX rider?
He suffered a brain hemorrhage, broken ribs and a collapsed lung and spent five days at St. Luke’s International Hospital in Tokyo. He was released on Wednesday after doctors determined he didn’t suffer any further injury.
What is Connor Fields medical condition?
The doctors reported that Fields sustained a brain hemorrhage at the venue. After a night in the ICU, the doctors are pleased to report that there has been no additional bleeding, and no new injuries were found.
How old is Connor Fields BMX?
29 years (September 14, 1992)Connor Fields / Age
How tall is Connor Fields BMX?
6′ 0″Connor Fields / Height
Where does Connor Fields live?
Hometown: Las Vegas, Nev.