At the age of 17 - He collapsed during a badminton match and died - now we know why
## Chinese Badminton Prodigy Dies of Sudden Heart Attack
In the case of the Chinese badminton prodigy who collapsed and died during a game, the cause of death has been determined. The conclusion of the investigations and treatment showed that Zhang Zhijie suffered from a sudden cardiac arrest, announced Broto Happy, spokesperson for the Indonesian Badminton Association. The 17-year-old Chinese athlete collapsed during a match on Sunday at the Asian Youth Championships in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
Badminton Talent Dies from Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Emergency services brought the Chinese junior national team member to a hospital following the incident. Upon arrival, Zhang, according to Broto Happy, had no pulse and did not respond to resuscitation efforts. Several hours later, doctors declared him dead. The spokesperson for the association stated that Zhang's parents in Indonesia and the body's repatriation are now expected.
Zhang Zhie's sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 17 during the Asian Youth Championships was the cause of his tragic death. Despite immediate medical attention, the young badminton talent could not be revived, leading to his passing.
