Christian Eriksen is awake and talking. The football world held its breath for a terrifying few minutes in Copenhagen. Then came the news.
The Danish midfielder collapsed on the pitch during the Euros opener against Finland. Players were distraught. Fans in the stands were in tears.
But British medics, led by England team doctor Mark Gillett, sprinted onto the field. They performed CPR. They used a defibrillator.
They brought him back. It was a textbook response. Fast, calm, clinical.
Now Eriksen is stable in hospital. The Danish FA confirmed he was conscious. He spoke to his teammates.
The game will resume later tonight. Politics will have to wait. For now, the only story is a man given a second chance by the quick thinking of those in white coats.
The NHS has its critics, yes. But its people know how to save a life. Westminster will note that.
The Prime Minister sent his best wishes. A rare moment of unity. Footballers, politicians, fans.
All hoping for the same thing. A full recovery. The medics are the heroes of the hour.
They always are.
