This is Petri Kontiola’s situation – image released
Petri Kontiola, who was seriously injured in a boating accident, has been discharged from the hospital. The former top hockey player talks about it in his Instagram story.
– Home sweet home! Thank you to everyone for the messages and support. I appreciate it, Kontiola wrote in the post.
Kontiola lay in the picture with a broad smile on his face.
Kontiola was taken to the hospital two weeks ago after he was involved in a boating accident.
According to Aition, Kontiola’s boat capsized and he was caught in the boat’s propellers. According to Yle, Kontiola sustained serious injuries in the incident.
According to Aition, Kontiola’s friends had lifted him back into the boat, after which he was transported by boat to the shore and then by ambulance for further treatment.
Kontiola ended his playing career after the 2023-24 season. He won the Finnish championship with Tappara in his last season.
With the Lions, Kontiola played in seven World Championships and two Olympics. He won three World Championship silver medals and one Olympic bronze.
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