Polish speedskater Sellier cut by opponent’s blade, stretchered off at Winter Olympics, in photos

By: The Associated Press Posted: 4:21 AM CST Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 Last Modified: 5:18 AM CST Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026

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Polish short-track speedskater Kamila Sellier suffered a scary cut above her left eye after another competitor's blade hit her during the 1,500 meters on Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics. Polish officials said Sellier’s eye was OK. She received stitches at the arena in Milan before going to the hospital for more tests.

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Polish short-track speedskater Kamila Sellier suffered a scary cut above her left eye after another competitor’s blade hit her during the 1,500 meters on Friday at the Milan Cortina Olympics. Polish officials said Sellier’s eye was OK. She received stitches at the arena in Milan before going to the hospital for more tests.

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___ AP Winter Olympics: https://apnews.com/hub/milan-cortina-2026-winter-olympics