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Tenerife Weekly - 3rd January 2014 - 9th January 2014
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Horrific Broken Shin injury caught on Camera
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RAZIlIAn Martial artist Anderson Silva, who is regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial arts fighters of all time, has broken his shin in one of the most gruesome sports injuries ever to be filmed. He was competing at the ultimate Fighting Championship in las Vegas, when horrified spectators watched Silva’s
left shin bend grotesquely while he landed a kick on American Chris Weidman’s left leg one minute 16 seconds into the round. A UFC orthopaedic surgeon said Silva had broken his tibia and fibula in the lower part of his left leg. He underwent emergency surgery, but recovery could take up to six months, however, it seems likely his professional career may be over, the UFC said in a statement.
fC Barcelona player receives City tribute
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urrounded by family, friends and supporters, FC Barcelona player Pedro Rodríguez ledesma, said he was “very happy” and grateful for the tribute received from the city of granadilla de Abona during which he received the gold medal for sporting merit. “It’s a membership to this proud island and I look forward to leading my country well for many years,” said the player in the hall of the Consistory, where he was joined by Mayor Jaime gonzález Cejas, the municipal corporation, his parents, his wife and son, plus audience. The Blaugrana Granadillero player thanked the council, said he felt privileged and excited on a day called “special” for being in the town where he played for
years before starting to play for FC Barcelona. After receiving the gold medal and signing the book of honors and distinctions, Pedro went to the balcony of the town hall and waved to people who were waiting outside in the square Mena González. Mayor Jaime González Cejas, congratulated the athlete and his entire family, in addition to highlighting this just and fitting tribute by the City to emphasize the perseverance of the Tenerife athlete in overcoming difficulties in playing football. Pedro began his football career in a village team. “Pedro Rodriguez is an irreplaceable example of effort and struggle, perseverance and know how,” said the local mayor, who also joked and asked the Tenerife born player “less passes to Messi and more goals for him.” Pedro Rodríguez has been commended throughout his career for his fair play and nobility in his
behavior, both on and off the field, as well as respect for his opponents. As a child he was passionate about soccer practice, and humble beginnings imposed the need to overcome the economic c o n straints to develop his early football career at Club San Raqui Isidro, Granadilla de Abona.
photos by Gerard Zenou. Added to this, the player is
sport, being a factor of social in-
an inspiration to many children
tegration and in the promotion
in the municipality to start the
of healthy lifestyles.