The French Ski Federation has confirmed the death of 16-year-old ski jumper Nathan Gehin. The teenager died in a car accident in the Vosges. The ski jumping community is in shock.
What happened?
The accident occurred during the night from Friday to Saturday in the town of Ventron in the Vosges department in eastern France. Four people were in the car. The driver lost control of the vehicle, which left the road and hit a tree.
Gehin died at the scene. The other three occupants were seriously injured, but their lives are not in danger, according to French media. Police are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Who he was
Nathan Gehin competed for the Ventron club. He was considered one of the biggest talents in French junior ski jumping. He had not yet competed in major international competitions, but two years ago he finished fourth at the French Championships for under-15s.
