On March 7, a 4×200-meter relay at Liberty University in Virginia took a dramatic turn when Brookville High School sprinter Kaelen Tucker was injured during a baton exchange. The incident, caught on camera, has sparked intense debate online about athlete safety and accountability.
Alaila Everett, a sprinter from I.C. Norcom High School, accidentally struck Tucker with her baton after losing her balance during the handoff. Tucker collapsed on the track and suffered a concussion, with the possibility of a skull fracture. The video of the collision went viral, triggering discussions about the risks involved in competitive races.
