The gymnast is originally from Abbadia Lariana (Lecco) and was considered one of the most promising young talents in Italian gymnastics.
The medically induced coma is intended to allow his body to heal by reducing movement and energy expenditure, especially to help reduce swelling and prevent further damage
Lorenzo Bonicelli, an Italian gymnast, suffered a severe fall during the rings event at the 2025 Summer Universiade games in Essen, Germany.
He fell on his neck during the triple back dismount, which resulted in a serious injury; he was immediately transported to the hospital, underwent surgery on his cervical vertebrae, and is currently in a medically induced coma for critical care and recovery.
