Freeskiing star Sarah Burke remains in medically induced coma

‘Sarah sustained serious injuries and remains intubated and sedated in critical condition,’ Safdar Ansari, a specialist in neurocritical care at the hospital, said in a statement issued early Wednesday afternoon. Burke’s publicist, Nicole Wool, issued this statement: ‘At this time, her family is asking that everyone respect their wishes of making Sarah’s health and recovery a priority. The family will send an update once they have all the information. They are with her now.’ Burke’s husband, Rory Bushfield, added: ‘Sarah is a very strong young woman and she will most certainly fight to recover.’ Athletes have been using Twitter to deliver best wishes, and Trennon Paynter, coach of Canada’s halfpipe team, tweeted this message: ‘Even while resting, her inner strength is clearly visible. Overcoming challenges is what she has always done best.’