Dutch gymnast Bart Deurloo has been getting attention for all the wrong reasons this year, having made headlines in March for hitting his groin against the pommel horse during an American Cup performance and, more recently, giving the crowd at the 2017 World Championships a scare after crashing to the ground unexpectedly.
This week’s incident took place not during the competition, but rather during a training session. The video, below, seems to corroborate his account that he may have blacked out during the routine, as strange and terrifying as that sounds.
The video features an interview with Deurloo post-fall, though it’s difficult to ascertain, since he has no recollection of the mishap, whether his collapse from the high bar was the cause or an effect of a head issue. He says:
“I think I blacked out a little bit. I don’t remember, did I hit the ground? I remember that I didn’t catch it … I think it’s okay. I have a little bit headache. It’s nothing big or anything. All of the doctors came to me and asking what’s wrong.”
Days later, Deurloo afforded all competitors a chance to redo their floor routines after falling due to a dead spot on the floor.
Though Deurloo was the final gymnast of six to compete on the floor routine, when his assertion of a faulty surface was confirmed, all competitors were given the chance to re-attempt their floor routines, though Deurloo himself declined the opportunity, citing damage to his body from the high bar fall earlier in the week and the finals in that event on Sunday. He spoke of the broken floor following his performance.
Earlier this year, Deurloo found himself the subject of a viral video after hitting his groin against the pommel horse during his competition routine at the American Cup in New Jersey.
Clearly, this guy’s had a rough year in 2017, but he appears no worse for the wear. Let’s hope the finals this weekend in Montreal treat him a little better than past events, and if he garners attention in the media, it’s for his success and not another misfortune.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.