Levallois in car crash

French showjumper Eric Levallois, who won team gold at the World Equestrian Games in 2002, is recovering in hospital after a serious car crash.

The 46-year-old underwent an operation after the accident at the start of the week, his sister Sylvie Levallois told AFP, adding that he will be transferred in the coming days to restart his rehabilitation.

“He was in a very serious condition but we've seen him improve greatly. Eric has found mobility in his legs once more and should be able to walk again,” she said.

However, it was “too early to determine” if Levallois would be able to resume competition, she added.