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Chinese curler Han Yu falls on ice during World Championship match

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  • Chinese curler Han Yu slipped and fell during a World Championship match in Calgary.
  • She hit her knee hard and required assistance to leave the ice.
  • After a short time, she resumed playing in the ongoing match.

Chinese curler Han Yu slipped and fell on the ice during the World Championship curling match against Sweden in Calgary, Canada. She hit her knee hard and needed help getting off the ice. According to SVT's expert Eva Lund, such incidents are unusual in curling, where injuries typically involve overuse affecting hips and shoulders.

After a while, Han Yu was able to get back on her feet and continue playing. The match is ongoing and being broadcast on SVT.

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