United States track star Jenny Simpson revealed her future in the sport is officially over after collapsing while pacing a mile group in North Carolina in June. Simpson, 39, provided an update on her health in an Instagram post Thursday, addressing the incident in which she underwent CPR and had an automated external defibrillator used at the track before she was taken to the hospital. The runner thanked those that ultimately saved her life, but revealed she was diagnosed with arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy.
She wrote that scar tissue in her heart disrupted its electrical systems and ultimately caused her heart to stop. More WNBA: Shaquille O’Neal Delivers Blunt Message to Caitlin Clark: ‘Toughen Up’ More WNBA: WNBA Star Shares ‘Concerning’ Reaction to Sophie Cunningham Controversy "My future is an incredible gift. It's hopeful, and it will continue to have great purpose," Simpson wrote.
"But my diagnosis also means it would be dangerous for me to return to running. Thankfully, my story hasn't." She then delivered a message to her fans. "You might be wondering what would be the right thing to say to me after an event like this?
Please do not say that you’re sorry or that you feel bad for me. If it is true in your heart, please tell me you’re glad that I’m here. That’s how I feel - so glad that I’m still here," she said.
Simpson captured the bronze medal in the 1,500 meters at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. In addition, she won the 1,500 at the 2011 world championships, along with silver medals in 2013 and 2017. She was a multitime national champion while running for the University of Colorado.
She also previously held the American record in the 3,000-meter steeplechase. More WNBA: Fever President Sends Clear Message on Coach Stephanie White Amid Fan Tension
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