Filipino pole vault star EJ Obiena says he has to prioritize his health as he sits out his remaining competitions of the year due to a fractured spine
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Obiena on Wednesday, August 28, announced that he will miss the ISTAF Berlin in Germany, Weltklasse Zurich in Switzerland, and the Diamond League Final in Belgium in September after being diagnosed with a fractured L5 vertebra. set to be staged at the Ayala Triangle Garden on September 20. Although it is uncertain whether the meet will push through, the two-time Olympian noted that he’ll post “more information” soon.
Obiena said he has to prioritize his health after accomplishing his goal of competing in the Olympics and qualifying for the Diamond League Final despite the physical constraints.
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