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Usain Bolt Ruptures Achilles During Charity Soccer Match

The eight-time Olympic gold medalist was stretchered off the field at Soccer Aid in London, raising significant funds for UNICEF.

  • Usain Bolt, 37, sustained the injury while playing defense for the Soccer Aid World XI team.
  • The incident occurred during the second half of the match against an England select side.
  • Bolt confirmed the severity of his injury on social media, posting a photo with his leg in a brace.
  • Despite the injury, Bolt was in good spirits, acknowledging the crowd as he was taken off the field.
  • The charity event raised over $100 million for UNICEF, continuing its tradition of significant contributions.
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