By Anthony Caruso III | Publisher
BMX legend Mat Hoffman was recently in a car accident. His wife Jaci was also injured in the accident.
It’s not clear when or where the accident happened.
“We need to inform everyone that Mat and Jaci were in a serious car accident, ” the post on Mat Hoffman’s Facebook page said. “Jaci sustained a concussion and broken ribs but was discharged later that day. Mat sustained a subdural hematoma and is currently in a rehabilitation hospital. He is improving quickly and is expected to do very well in recovery. It just takes time. We know so many people love the Hoffmans and wanted to inform everyone, as a lot of people have been trying to reach Mat.
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“We ask that you please respect the family and give them space, as everyone needs some time and peace to heal.”
Hoffman is considered one of the best vert competitors in the history of the sport. When he’s not competing, he’s operating Hoffman BMX Bikes in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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In 2018, he was inducted into the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. The 49-year-old legend has won numerous awards throughout his career in the sport.
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