Usain Bolt — the quickest man to ever stroll the planet — ruptured his Achilles throughout a charity soccer match on Sunday.
The damage occurred on the 2024 Soccer Support for UNICEF match at Stamford Bridge in London, a yearly charity recreation that raises cash for youngsters in want worldwide.
The retired Jamaican sprinter, a captain within the recreation, was enjoying center-back for the Soccer Support World XI crew … and through their match in opposition to England, Usain went down after trying to play protection.
Bolt was in excessive ache — although it initially appeared the 37-year-old might have simply rolled his ankle — however when medics used a stretcher to get him off the sector it was clear it was extra severe.
Usain Bolt is STRETCHERED OFF at Soccer Support 😢🏥 pic.twitter.com/M9JlIBLN2Z
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Bolt shared a photograph of his proper leg in a brace on social media, revealing the intense damage.
“Ruptured Achilles,” Usain stated within the caption after the sport, “however achieved know we a warrior 💪🏿.”
After all, apart from his never-before-seen pace, Bolt can be identified for his love of soccer. Sadly, he will not have the ability to play on the pitch, or do something together with his legs, for months.
There’s excellent news, although … the charity recreation reportedly raised over $100 million for UNICEF.
Speedy restoration, Usain!
