Wallenda says ‘Never Give Up’ after 5 tightrope walkers hurt
MIAMI — Tightrope walker Nik Wallenda promised Thursday that his show would go on, despite a high-wire accident that sent five performers tumbling 30 feet to the ground.
Wallenda said doctors told him it’s a miracle the five performers escaped more serious injuries.
During a news conference in Sarasota on Thursday morning, Wallenda said they suffered broken bones, scrapes and bruises in Wednesday’s fall, but all are expected to fully recover. One was released from the hospital after several hours, and another should be out on Thursday, he said.
The eight performers were practicing a headline act for Circus Sarasota, which opens Friday. Wallenda, in the “rudder” position and calling out commands, said he watched them tumble.