Winter Olympics Beijing 2022 - 'Did she take a hit?' - Official collides with player in clumsy ice hockey incident

In a freak moment, a linesperson was seen face down on the ice after smashing into a Canadian substitute entering the rink during an ice hockey match at Beijing 2022 on Saturday. Canada secured back-to-back double figure hauls in group A, following up their 12-1 victory over Switzerland with an 11-1 win against Finland.

Ad/> Heavily protected, the player was fine, but the Swedish official took the full force of the whack and looked in distress for a few moments, with replays showing the Canada player skating at a decent pace. /> Beijing 2022‘Hopefully it is not too serious’ – Official gets blindsided in Canada-Finland matchAN HOUR AGO “Oh! The linesperson is down,” Eurosport commentator Bob Ballard said.

«Did she take a hit? I didn’t see what happened there! “Well, ok, let’s hope it’s not too serious!” After a few seconds on her knees to compose herself, the Swede rose to her feet and laughed off the incident as the player in question apologised, with spectators showing their appreciation with a round of applause. Medal table Schedule and results Team GB Canada’s win propelled them three points clear of neighbours USA at the top of preliminary group A, strengthening their chances of a gold medal.

Sarah Fillier scored her fourth goal of the Games, whilst Sarah Nurse and Brianne Jenner netted hat-tricks. Laura Stacey and Jamie Lee Rattray also contributed to a dominating Canadian victory in Beijing.