Tony Hawk broke his leg during a skateboarding attempt while performing a McTwist, due to an unexpected impact and a forceful landing.
The Accident Sequence
The injury occurred while Hawk was attempting a McTwist, a complex skateboarding maneuver. He recounted the sequence of events that led to the break:
- He hit the wall sooner than expected while in a half-squat position.
- This impact propelled him directly to the flat surface, causing him to land forcefully onto his knees.
- The force of his body position upon impact was the direct cause, resulting in the breaking of his front leg as he came sliding to a stop.
This incident highlights the inherent risks involved in high-level skateboarding maneuvers.
