A concerning incident occurred at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games when Tamara Potocka, a Slovakian swimmer, collapsed after a qualifying heat of the women's 200-meter individual medley on Friday morning.
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Medical Emergency During Olympics: Slovakian Swimmer Collapses After Heat
The terrifying incident unfolded at the pool deck of Paris La Defense Arena on Friday morning. Tamara Potocka, a 21-year-old swimmer competing in her Olympic debut, collapsed almost immediately after stepping out of the pool. She finished seventh in the third heat of Friday's prelims, clocking a time of 2:14.20.
[Medical Attention]
Medical Emergency During Olympics: Slovakian Swimmer Collapses After Heat
Within moments of collapsing, Potocka was surrounded by a team of medical attendants who appeared to administer oxygen. She was later carried off on a stretcher.
[Asthma Attack]
Medical Emergency During Olympics: Slovakian Swimmer Collapses After Heat
The Slovakian Olympic team confirmed that Potocka, who has asthma, suffered an asthma attack after the heat, leading to her collapse. Officials stated that she was alert and received oxygen therapy, and she would be monitored in the hospital.
[Elimination from Competition]
Potocka's performance in the qualifying heat was not enough to advance her to the semifinals, eliminating her from further competition in the event.
[Medical History]
Potocka is a four-time 2024 European Championships finalist and made her international debut in 2018 at the World Short Course Championships in China.
[Ongoing Monitoring]
Officials added that Potocka was alert and receiving oxygen therapy. She will continue to be monitored in the hospital to ensure her well-being.
[Team USA and Australia's Success]
In swimming events, Team USA currently has the most medals, with 20 in total. Australia, meanwhile, leads with five gold medals in swimming.
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