Simon Ehamer, world record holder in long jump, withdraws from Diamond League in Monaco due to injury.
Key facts
- •Simon Ehamer finished fifth at the Diamond League in Monaco with a jump of 8.32 meters.
- •He withdrew from the competition due to a calf tendon injury.
- •Ehamer will undergo medical examinations and an MRI on Monday to assess the injury.
- •He is scheduled to compete in the long jump at the European Championships in Birmingham next month.
Simon Ehamer, the world record holder in long jump as part of the decathlon, finished fifth at the Diamond League in Monaco with a jump of 8.32 meters before withdrawing from the competition. He cited an injury as the reason for his early exit.
By the numbers
Injury Forces Withdrawal
Ehamer felt a strain in his calf tendon during his 8.32-meter jump and decided to stop competing to avoid further injury. He expressed disappointment at not being able to complete all six attempts and show his full potential.
Upcoming Medical Check
On Monday, Ehamer will undergo additional medical examinations and an MRI to determine the extent of his injury. He acknowledged that setbacks are part of the journey and vowed to be patient and return stronger.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Sportal.bg.
