Hungarian Olympic champion Henrietta Ónodi, celebrated for her gold medal in the 1992 Barcelona Games, is battling serious health issues following a heart attack in March. After two months in rehabilitation, the former gymnast remains in critical condition, with her family rallying support to cover the overwhelming medical expenses.
Her family seeks help
VG reports that Henrietta Ónodi, a Hungarian Olympic champion and 38-time national titleholder, has faced severe health challenges after suffering a heart attack in March. Following her emergency surgery to address a near-complete blockage in her arteries, she spent the last two months in a long-term care rehabilitation hospital before a recent transfer to the emergency room. Her sister, Barbara Ónodi-Klausler, has been actively updating supporters and expressed gratitude for the nearly USD 36,000 raised through a GoFundMe campaign. The funds, donated by over 600 people, aim to help cover the exorbitant medical expenses, with a goal of reaching half a million dollars.
Hungarian Olympic champion suffers heart attack
Ónodi, who won gold in the vault at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics, has been residing in the United States with her family since ending her competitive gymnastics career in 1997. The former gymnast’s health crisis began on 28 March, when she collapsed in a Florida grocery store and was rushed to the hospital. Despite her heart stopping several times during the journey, doctors were able to stabilise her condition through life-saving surgery. The Hungarian Olympic champion’s family continues to seek support to manage the high costs of her ongoing treatment. Her sister, Barbara, writes:
They started treatment at the hospital, which has made her feel somewhat better, but her pain is still significant. However, her appetite has improved and she is taking her medication properly.
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