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flag Austrian bobsledder Jakob Mandlbauer was hospitalized after a crash during the 2026 Winter Olympics four-man bobsleigh event, causing a track closure and team disqualification.

flag Austrian bobsledder Jakob Mandlbauer was stretchered off the track after a severe crash during the second run of the four-man bobsleigh event at the 2026 Winter Olympics on February 21. flag The sled veered off course on a left turn, flipped at high speed, and Mandlbauer was trapped for over 15 minutes before medical personnel stabilized him. flag His three teammates escaped unharmed, but the Austrian team was disqualified. flag The track was closed for repairs, delaying the event. flag Mandlbauer was taken to a hospital as a precaution, with officials confirming no injuries. flag The crash follows earlier incidents involving Austria and other nations, including a French team crash and a Trinidad and Tobago tip-over, all without serious injuries. flag Team GB finished third in their heat, behind Germany’s top times.

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