Overview
- The 25-year-old was struck in the face by a rival’s skate during the 1,500 m quarterfinals, causing heavy bleeding and a race stoppage for on-ice care and stitches.
- The Polish federation said her eye was not damaged, though significant swelling was reported around the left eye area.
- Polish officials said she underwent a surgical procedure following scans that indicated a minor zygomatic (cheekbone) fracture, and early eye-motility tests were described as positive.
- She remains hospitalized under observation as further examinations continue, according to team medical staff and Polish Olympic officials.
- Race officials disqualified American Kristen Santos-Griswold for causing the crash, and the heats resumed with Italian veteran Arianna Fontana advancing to the semifinals.