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Krause Withdraws From Eugene Meet After Rib Fracture Confirmed

The two-time European steeplechase champion said she will pause her Diamond League campaign to focus on full recovery

Gesa Felicitas Krause nach ihrem Sturz in Oslo

Overview

  • Krause abandoned her race at the July 5 Diamond League meet in Eugene due to persistent rib pain
  • Further tests revealed a fracture from her mid-June fall in Oslo after an initial diagnosis of a bruised rib
  • She raced in Paris under the bruise diagnosis but recurring pain prompted her to seek updated medical advice
  • On Instagram, Krause expressed frustration that her body ‘‘had other plans’’ despite her determination to compete
  • The German record holder plans to adjust her training and competition schedule to allow for complete healing