Former Ski Sunday Host Chemmy Alcott Hospitalized with Collapsed Lung After Lake Jump

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — Former Great Britain Olympian and Ski Sunday host Chemmy Alcott was hospitalized with a collapsed lung following a lake jump while on holiday in France.

Alcott, a renowned alpine ski racer, shared images of herself in the hospital via social media. The incident occurred during a vacation in the French countryside.

A collapsed lung, or pneumothorax, happens when air leaks into the space between the lung and chest wall, causing the lung to collapse. The condition can result from trauma or occur spontaneously.

“Just had the worst experience of my life,” Alcott wrote in a social media post. “Jumped into a lake and ended up with a collapsed lung.” She further detailed her ordeal, including the ambulance ride and hospital treatment.

Alcott’s career includes multiple appearances at the Winter Olympics and serving as a presenter for the BBC’s Ski Sunday program. Her sudden medical emergency has drawn attention and concern from fans and colleagues alike.

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Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)