Olympics Photo of the Day: Catching a Fall

A coach reacts quickly to slow a dangerous fall

At the start of the women’s artistic gymnastics uneven bars final, the 16-year-old gymnast Zhang Yihan of Team China fell during her performance. Unable to fully grasp the high bar during a tricky move, she dropped face-down toward the mats. A coach, who had been standing close for just such a possibility, reached out quickly and was able to help slow her fall. She recovered quickly and finished the routine. It’s been remarkable to see the care and support given by the coaches in these games, helping these athletes realize their potential on a world stage in so many ways.

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