Announcer’s commentary stands out in resurfaced video of skier’s mishap
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 3:58 PM
Last updated Jul 14, 2026
A video from a 2007 super-G race featuring French skier Yannick Bertrand has gained renewed attention, highlighting the skill of an announcer during a painful incident. Bertrand crashed into a gate in Norway, leading to a memorable and humorous commentary. The clip has become a staple of discussions around downhill skiing, reflecting on the risks associated with the sport. Bertrand continued his skiing career after the accident, competing until 2014 despite the injury. It remains a popular topic whenever the Winter Olympics approach.
- •Yannick Bertrand crashed into a gate during the 2007 super-G race
- •The incident occurred in Kvitfjell, Norway
- •The announcer's commentary has gone viral
- •Bertrand continued to compete in skiing until 2014
- •Alpine skiing has a high injury rate of 36.7 per 100 athletes
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"A French skier's painful 2007 crash keeps resurfacing thanks to one announcer's perfectly timed commentary.
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