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Juan Cruz Yacopini Remains in Intensive Care as Community Holds Prayer Vigil

Doctors report a high cervical spinal injury with spinal shock with no evidence of brain damage.

Overview

  • He is hospitalized in the ICU at Clínica de Cuyo in a delicate but more stable hemodynamic condition under constant monitoring with a reserved prognosis.
  • After sedation was reduced, medical staff observed intermittent responsiveness and periods of spontaneous breathing without full ventilatory support.
  • The accident occurred during a recreational dive in shallow water at El Carrizal, where he suffered cardiopulmonary arrest, received CPR, and was first treated at Hospital Perrupato before transfer.
  • Toyota Gazoo Racing confirmed he will not compete in the Dakar 2026, saying it will issue further updates only when information is verified.
  • Dozens of relatives, friends, and fans gathered outside the clinic for a mass and rosary as the family requests privacy and continued prayers.