 "Luton Town's Tom Lockyer 'stable' after suffering cardiac arrest on the field")
Luton captain Tom Lockyer was in a “stable” condition in hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest that led to his side’s Premier League clash against Bournemouth being abandoned on Saturday. With the score level at 1-1 in the 65th minute, Lockyer suddenly fell to the turf in a worrying scene. Hatters manager Rob Edwards sprinted out to the Welshman’s aid and play was paused as the Luton defender received treatment from medics. Both sides were sent to the dressing room before Lockyer was eventually stretchered off, surrounded by the medical team, and taken immediately to hospital.
Holy moly!
— aussie17 (@_aussie17) December 16, 2023
Another one!!
Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer (29) collapsed on the pitch during Premiership game. cardiac arrest.
Game suspended. pic.twitter.com/rMOS6QrQbA
There was a standing ovation from the crowd, with fans in the Vitality Stadium chanting Lockyer’s name.
Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer receives a standing ovation as he leaves the pitch after collapsing against Bournemouth.#BOULUT #TomLockyer #LutonTown#Luton pic.twitter.com/HAfoGMyDbI
— Sports channel (@SportsCN2) December 17, 2023
“Our medical staff have confirmed that Tom Lockyer suffered cardiac arrest on the pitch, but was responsive by the time he was taken off on the stretcher,” Luton said in a statement. “He received further treatment inside the stadium, for which we once again thank the medical teams from both sides.
Our medical staff have confirmed that the Hatters captain suffered cardiac arrest on the pitch, but was responsive by the time he was taken off on the stretcher.
— Luton Town FC (@LutonTown) December 16, 2023
He received further treatment inside the stadium, for which we once again thank the medical teams from both sides.… pic.twitter.com/YCTiHtH5Nx
“Tom was transferred to hospital, where we can reassure supporters that he is stable and currently undergoing further tests with his family at his bedside. “We would like to thank everyone for their support, concern and loving messages for Locks.” Around half an hour after the incident, referee Simon Hooper confirmed the game would not restart on Saturday. Players from both sides returned to the pitch and applauded the crowd.
We’re relieved to hear Tom is responsive 🧡
— AFC Bournemouth 🍒 (@afcbournemouth) December 16, 2023
Our thoughts will continue to be with Tom and his family at this time.
We’d like to thank all the medical staff for their quick action as well as everyone inside the stadium for their support and unity during a difficult moment. https://t.co/NHnsP4WgYm
“We’re relieved to hear Tom is responsive. Our thoughts will continue to be with Tom and his family at this time,” Bournemouth said in a statement. “We’d like to thank all the medical staff for their quick action as well as everyone inside the stadium for their support and unity during a difficult moment.” Lockyer also collapsed during Luton’s Championship play-off final win against Coventry at Wembley in May. The Wales international was taken to hospital and later underwent heart surgery. The 29-year-old had an operation to correct an atrial fibrillation, a condition the UK’s National Health Service (NHS) describes as causing “an irregular and often abnormally fast heart rate”. Lockyer returned to action for the start of Luton’s first season in the top flight for 31 years. He had made 15 appearances so far in all competitions before Saturday’s match. Lockyer could now face a battle to resume his career after the latest health scare.
The Premier League match between Bournemouth and Luton has been abandoned due to a player medical incident.
— Premier League (@premierleague) December 16, 2023
Our thoughts are with Tom Lockyer and all players involved in today’s match.
A statement from the Premier League read: “The Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Luton Town FC has been abandoned due to a player medical incident. “Our thoughts are with Tom Lockyer and all players involved in today’s match.”
Thoughts and prayers are with Tom Lockyer and his family🙏🏽❤️ https://t.co/fyFMwbho4V
— Max Aarons (@maxaarons2) December 16, 2023
Bournemouth right-back Max Aarons wrote on social media: “Thoughts and prayers are with Tom Lockyer and his family.”
Our thoughts are with Tom Lockyer ❤️ pic.twitter.com/5NQdSuEZ2x
— Wales 🏴 (@Cymru) December 16, 2023
The Wales national team posted on X, formerly Twitter: “Our thoughts are with Tom Lockyer.” Elijah Adebayo’s early header had put the visitors in front on the south coast, before Dominic Solanke scored Bournemouth’s equaliser seven minutes prior to Lockyer’s collapse.
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