The 23-year-old came to Germany with a strong desire to do well in the final, although he was not listed as a podium candidate. In the first qualifying jump, the Pole overcame more than 8 meters, but, unfortunately, it was an offside attempt.
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However, this was not the most important thing. Tarkovsky landed badly and grabbed his ankle, his cries of pain being heard throughout the stadium. The Polish representative was unable to leave the hill on his own and had to be lifted up on a stretcher.
What exactly happened to Tarkovsky is unknown. Before the start of the championship, the Pole complained of an ankle injury. It is known that for a 23-year-old football player this is the end of the current championship.
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Two finals with the participation of the Poles
On Monday there will be two finals with the participation of the Poles. Decathlon competitions continue, and after three competitions, Pavel Vesiolek takes third place.
Shortly before 21:00, the final men’s shot put competition also starts. In it, Polish fans will keep their fingers crossed for the defense of the titles of champion and vice-champion of Europe Michal Haratic and Konrad Bukovetsky.
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Piotr Tarkovsky has already completed his participation in the European Championship in Munich during the qualifying round.
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The Pole was seriously injured and had to leave the hill on a stretcher.
Source: FAKT
