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Finnish Teen Elias Lajunen Okay After Olympic Big Air Crash, Stays Overnight for Observation

Finland's Olympic committee reports no alarming findings following hospital tests.

Overview

  • The 18-year-old crashed during his first run in Big Air qualifying at the Winter Games.
  • He lost control after takeoff and landed on his back on the icy slope.
  • Course medics provided immediate care, then evacuated him by sled as he gave a thumbs-up.
  • He did not resume the competition after the incident.
  • Officials said he is doing well, examinations revealed nothing concerning, and he will remain in the hospital overnight for observation.