Greg Rutherford gives update on ‘extremely painful’ injury after missing Dancing on Ice final

Greg Rutherford has revealed the injury that caused him to miss the Dancing on Ice final nearly two weeks ago.

The 37-year-old Olympian declared that he was “effectively [given himself] C-section” when he tore his abdominal muscles while skating behind the legs of professional skaters Brendan Hatfield and Colin Grafton.

Mr Rutherford shared the news on Instagram, saying he would undergo surgery “today” (March 21) on his “extremely painful” injury.

The retired long jump specialist added that he will “recover” after this surgery.

The star seemed to be in a positive mood as he took his dog for a walk in the woods with partner Susie Verrill, 35, who joked that his penis has grown fall off.

In his most recent story, which showed him in a hospital bed before the “big event,” Verrier also posted a story saying he was “doing great.”

Rutherford also showed fans the moment he was injured at the rink.

The former athlete was rushed to treatment hours before the game ITV Finale on March 10th.

He was unable to perform with professional partner Vanessa James, leaving Made in Chelsea star Miles Nazaire, broadcaster Adele Roberts and soap star Ryan Thomas vying for the title.

In the end, Thomas, 39, and his skating partner Amani Fancy, 26, were crowned champions of the 2024 series. coronation street The actor dedicated the trophy to Rutherford.

Rutherford was disappointed not to be able to perform the bolero, but congratulated Thomas on his win.

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“Well done, man, I’m glad to have you as a lifelong friend,” he said, adding: “He’s had his share of ups and downs growing up, so it’s great to win.” “.

Heading into the show’s finale, Rutherford was at the top of the leaderboard and was the second favorite to win, according to bookmaker William Hill.

Rutherford won a gold medal in the long jump at the 2012 London Olympics before retiring in 2018 due to an ankle injury Olympic Gameshe also won a bronze medal in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.