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Lamecha Girma Recovering After Severe Fall in Olympic Steeplechase Final

Morocco's Soufiane El Bakkali wins gold as Ethiopian world record holder Girma is hospitalized following a dramatic crash.

  • Girma fell and hit his head during the final lap of the 3000m steeplechase, losing consciousness temporarily.
  • He was stretchered off the track and taken to a hospital for further evaluation and care.
  • The International Olympic Committee and his team have confirmed that he is in good condition and recovering.
  • Soufiane El Bakkali of Morocco successfully defended his Olympic title, with Kenneth Rooks of the USA taking silver.
  • Kenya's Abraham Kibiwot won the bronze medal in the event.
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