Italy’s Gianmarco Tamberi, the reigning Olympic high jump champion, will compete in the final on Saturday despite suffering kidney pain. He experienced the same issue days before the preliminary round, but medical examinations confirmed no absolute impediments to his participation. Tamberi’s determination to compete remains strong, although his ability to defend his title remains uncertain.
Gianmarco Tamberi, the reigning Olympic high jump champion, is facing a potential setback in his title defense after experiencing recurring kidney pain. The Italian, who shared gold with Mutaz Barshim in Tokyo, woke up with intense pain, raising doubts about his ability to compete in the final.
Gianmarco Tamberi, the Italian high jumper who shared gold at the Tokyo Olympics, is facing a potential setback in his bid to defend his title. Tamberi was hospitalized with suspected kidney problems just days before the qualifying event in Paris, casting doubt on his ability to compete.
