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Peru’s President José Jerí Slips at IPD Summer Workshops Launch, Recovers Without Injury

He downplayed the brief mishap in his remarks as a quick test of reflexes during the youth sports kickoff.

Overview

  • The slip occurred at the Coliseo Cerrado Gran Chimú in Trujillo as he stepped onto a platform covered by a red carpet after a photo with young athletes.
  • Television cameras captured the moment and attendees reacted with an audible gasp.
  • Jerí quickly regained his balance and continued the program without any injury.
  • In his speech, he said one may slip but not fall if they have the necessary reflexes.
  • The incident took place during the Instituto Peruano del Deporte’s Talleres de Verano event promoting sports and physical activity for children and adolescents.