Serious Training Accident for Cardani: Helmet Destroyed and 45 Seconds Unconscious, Paralympic Participation at Risk

During a training session, Italian snowboarder Cardani was involved in a severe fall. The athlete suffered a violent impact, which resulted in his helmet being destroyed and a loss of consciousness lasting approximately 45 seconds. The Italian Paralympic Committee (CIP) confirmed the incident, stating that «the medical staff is carefully evaluating the situation» to determine the extent of the injuries and the potential implications for his participation in the upcoming games.