Molly Caudery out for season after emergency spinal surgery

British pole vault record holder Molly Caudery underwent emergency spinal surgery and will miss the rest of the season; athletics community concerned. Caudery set a British record of 4.

90 meters last year. The operation was prompted by a sudden fracture in her vertebrae.

Doctors estimate a minimum three‑month recovery period. The UK Athletics federation said it will focus on her health and look for a replacement for upcoming competitions.