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CPR Hero Saves Footballer's Life, Sparks World Record Attempt
30 Aug
Summary
- Footballer survived cardiac arrest thanks to a teammate's CPR.
- Couple shares their story to inspire a large-scale CPR training event.
- London event aims for a CPR relay world record on September 22-23.
In May 2021, professional footballer Michael Perrier suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during a go-karting outing. His wife, Nadia Perrier, then five months pregnant, received the devastating news from her mother-in-law. Doctors gave him less than a three percent chance of survival.
Miraculously, Perrier survived due to the swift actions of a teammate who performed CPR before paramedics arrived. This intervention preserved his brain function, allowing him to recover without significant lasting health consequences, though he can no longer play football.
Now living in London, the couple emphasizes the critical role of CPR training. Nadia Perrier, director of the Central London Alliance (CLA), is organizing a CPR relay world record attempt on September 22 and 23. The event seeks 4,000 participants to gain CPR training and make history.
