A parachutist was hospitalised in Australia this morning after an aerial display went badly wrong in Sydney.

The game between Sydney Swans and West Coast Eagles was delayed by 10 minutes after an Australian Navy parachutist crash landed on the pitch during the pre-game display. 

Its been reported that he was taken to hospital with leg and pelvic injuries after laying motionless on the ground until assistance arrived. 

The incident was caught on camera by a supporter. 

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