SUMMARY
During a soccer match between Hungary and Kazakhstan, a spidercam cable camera began smoking and then broke free, falling more than 65 feet. The camera landed approximately two meters from a camera operator on the sidelines. No injuries were reported, and the cause is suspected to be overheating, though unverified. The incident highlights potential dangers for those working near such broadcast equipment.
TAKEAWAYS
A spidercam cable camera fell during a soccer match.
The camera fell over 65 feet after smoking and its cable breaking.
It narrowly missed a camera operator on the sidelines.
Overheating is suspected as the cause of the malfunction.