Hambuchen has injured his ankle in podium training … he left on crutches …
Reported from several people on Twitter. What a shame. He was one of the 3 main contenders to win the AA.
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… A true shocker happened to the German delegation. 2007 World Silver medallist and current European Champion on All Around Fabian Hambuechen (GER) twisted his ankle when practicing a 2½ twisting somersault on Floor, the last piece of apparatus he was working at today’s podium training. He was taken to hospital. At this point in time no predictions on the severeness of the injury or Hambuechen’s participation in the competition could be made.
Japan’s Kohei Uchimura, Beijing Olympic All-around Silver medallist was asked about his position as a top contender here in London and said “past results mean nothing. I am a challenger now and I do not feel any pressure.” …
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