Sad news! Zhang Zhijie died at the age of 17

Jayce September 6, 2024 7 0

The AFC announced on 1 July that Zhang Zhijie passed away at 23:20 local time on 30 June 2024 at the age of 17 after failing to be rescued. The following is a translation of the announcement:

Yogyakarta (1 July 2024) Chinese singles player Zhang Zhijie collapsed on the court during an evening match and was rushed to hospital where he died at 23:20 local time yesterday. Zhang collapsed during his group stage match against Japan and was resuscitated by the tournament doctors and medical team. He was taken to hospital by ambulance in less than two minutes. Badminton Asia, Badminton Indonesia and the organising committee are deeply saddened by this loss and extend their deepest condolences to Zhang Zhijie’s parents, family and the Chinese Badminton Association. The world badminton world has lost a talented player.