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Slovakian Swimmer Tamara Potocka Collapses After Olympic Heat

Potocka, who has asthma, received immediate medical attention and is now under observation.

  • Tamara Potocka collapsed after finishing the 200m individual medley heat at the Paris Olympics.
  • The 21-year-old swimmer experienced an asthma attack and was given oxygen and medication.
  • Medical staff swiftly attended to her, placing her on a stretcher with a neck brace and oxygen mask.
  • Potocka finished seventh in her heat, with a time that did not qualify her for the semifinals.
  • She remains conscious and is being monitored by medical professionals.
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