Event Brief
Ben Loomis Avoids Olympic Mishap with Leaf Blower
Filed: Feb 19, 2026 at 6:03 PM ET
Summary: Ski jumper Ben Loomis narrowly escapes disaster during his jump at the 2026 Olympics after colliding with a leaf blower.
WHO: Ben Loomis
WHAT: collided with a leaf blower during Olympic jump
WHEN: Feb 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Predazzo Ski Jumping Stadium
WHY: to ensure a clean jump track for participants
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