Lenovo and Intel closed the exhibit immediately following the reports of injuries.
The pit was reportedly only about two feet deep —far shallower than the industry-standard six feet—and lacked adequate padding over the concrete floor.
Chechik landed tailbone-first and was unable to get up, stating on the livestream, "I can't get up". Medical Impact adriana chechik pool
She broke her back in two places and required a five-hour surgery to insert a metal rod for support.
During medical treatment for her injuries, she discovered she was pregnant and subsequently had to end the pregnancy due to the surgery and recovery requirements. Broad Consequences Lenovo and Intel closed the exhibit immediately following
Chechik revealed the impact completely crushed bones and caused nerve damage to her bladder.
⚠️ Industry experts noted that the pit appeared to be just one layer of foam blocks on a hard surface, which provided almost no protection for a jump from a raised platform. Medical Impact She broke her back in two
After winning a jousting match, Chechik did a "victory leap" off a platform into the foam pit.