SKI star Cyprien Sarrazin was airlifted and taken to intensive care after suffering a horror head injury. The horrible accident took place after a crash during training for a World Cup downhill race on Friday. Worrying scenes ensued at the fearsome Stelvio slope, which is set to be used for the 2026 Winter Olympics.
The French ski federation said Sarrazin, 30, was conscious but was diagnosed with a subdural hematoma, which is bleeding near the brain. The French star had to be immediately taken to hospital and was flown to the nearest medical facility. It was then decided to operate on Sarrazin on Friday evening 'following further examinations, according to information provided by the sport's governing body FIS.
