Snowmobiler Caleb Moore remains in critical condition in a Colorado hospital after a snowmobile crash last Thursday at the Winter X Games in Aspen.
The 25-year-old was performing a flip when he landed short and flew over the handlebars. The snowmobile continued to roll over, in which he was able to walk away from. When he arrived at the hospital it was discovered that he developed bleeding around his heart.
It was announced on Sunday by members of his family that he had developed a secondary complication involving his brain, but any further details have not been disclosed at this time, according to the L.A. Times.
Charles Moore, Caleb's grandfather, spoke with the Denver Post on Monday and said that the prognosis for his grandson was "not good."
"Caleb is in critical condition and is being closely monitored," family spokeswoman Chelsea Lawson said Tuesday. "The Moores want to express their gratitude to all of Caleb's fans, friends and family for their strong support and ask for continued prayers in the coming days. The family will not be making any other public statements for the time being. Thank you for respecting the family's privacy during this difficult time."
Moore's younger brother, Colten, also crashed in the competition and sustained a separated pelvis.
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