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Dec 20 2007

Loic Jean-Albert injured in New Zealand crash

WELLINGTON, New Zealand: World champion skydiver Loic Jean-Albert is recovering in a hospital after crashing Tuesday, newspapers reported.

The 30-year-old Frenchman crashed near Wanaka on New Zealand's South Island during a speed riding session. Speed riding involves skydivers traveling low to the ground around a preset slalom course.

Jean-Albert, who had been in New Zealand for only two days before the accident, was able to complete the course before seeking treatment from paramedics, the Southland Times reported. read more »