An American tourist in Rome impaled himself on a metal fence at the Colosseum while possibly trying to take a selfie — screaming in pain as he was left helplessly dangling for more than 20

A U.S. tourist visiting Rome needed 80 stitches after he was impaled while climbing over a fence at the Colosseum, local Italian newspaper, Il Messaggero, reported.

An American tourist had to be prized off a metal fence outside the Colosseum in Rome after tripping and being impaled through his lower back. Witnesses reported that the man was unable to free himself and screamed in pain until he passed out.

The Rome Open 2025 starts this week with the long-awaited return of Jannik Sinner. The Italian has already served his doping ban. He has not played since the Australian Open, and at the Foro Italico he will be looking to return in style,

Known for his laser-focused dedication to tennis, Sinner emphasized his desire to remain focused on his upcoming matches.

Jannik Sinner is the star of the show at the upcoming Rome Open as the world number one and Italian tennis hero gears up for his return to the courts after a contested doping ban. Away from the game since agreeing a suspension with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) in February,