Swimmer Anita Alvarez Loses Consciousness

U.S. artistic swimmer Anita Alvarez was finishing her routine in the solo free final at the World Aquatics Championships

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when the two-time Olympian suddenly sank to the bottom of the pool, unconscious.

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Team USA coach Andrea Fuentes immediately took action, diving into the water.

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I saw that the lifeguards were not jumping into the water because they were paralyzed, she said.

"I saw how she was sinking and I swam as fast as I could," Fuentes added.

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The two were then helped to the side of the pool, where Alvarez was placed onto a stretcher.

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The scary situation and dramatic rescue prompted an outpouring of concern and admiration for the coach's quick thinking.

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Fuentes extended her thanks on Thursday, saying in a posting on the team's Facebook page that Alvarez is feeling much better,

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