Vicki Golden’s latest film, Why Me?, goes far beyond the physical reality of injury. After suffering a dislocated lunate bone, a non-union fracture of the radius, and a ruptured scapholunate ligament (SLL), the American rider was forced into an unexpected pause. These injuries, which severely affect wrist stability, represent more than a medical challenge — they mark a turning point in an athlete’s journey.
But Why Me? is not about diagnoses or recovery timelines. It focuses on the mental battle that follows, when competition stops and doubt creeps in. Healing is never linear, and progress often comes with setbacks. Away from the spotlight, Vicki Golden confronts frustration, uncertainty, and the question every injured athlete eventually asks: why me?
Filmed and edited by Gas Productions, this short film reveals the invisible fight behind elite performance. It is a powerful reminder that resilience is built in silence, long after the crowd is gone, and that some of the toughest battles happen far beyond the injury itself.
