Reported about 1 year ago
According to Chinese media reports on July 2, 2024, during the 2024 Asian Junior Badminton Championships in Indonesia, 17-year-old Chinese badminton player Zhang Zhijie suddenly fainted and passed away despite rescue efforts. The incident sparked criticism towards the rule that medical teams cannot enter the court without the referee's permission. There were comparisons made to the successful resuscitation of Danish player Christian Eriksen in the Euro 2021 cup, highlighting the importance of prompt medical assistance in sports-related emergencies. Additionally, rumors of an online 'time traveler' predicting the bad news have surfaced. Zhang's tragic death led to calls for revising rules to allow faster medical intervention for athletes in distress.
Source: YAHOO