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Lausanne Court Trial on Youth Olympic Games: Olga Sevastianova Testifies About Communication Failure
The Lausanne Court held a hearing on August 26, 2026, in a trial related to an accident that occurred during the Youth Olympic Games (YOG). Figure skater Olga Sevastianova, the sole survivor of the accident, testified at the hearing. She described inadequate communication during preparations: according to her account, no one knew who was responsible for assembling the winch used during the event. The trial reveals critical gaps in coordination among organizers and raises questions about safety protocols for youth sporting events.