1. The moment of tragedy
July 1, 2024, was originally an ordinary day, but for the Chinese badminton community, it has become an eternal pain.
In that group match against Japan, Zhang Zhijie, the high-profile singles player, suddenly fainted on the court.
Time seemed to freeze, and the whole world fell silent.
The audience's eyes widened in disbelief at what was happening before their eyes.
Zhang Zhijie fell like that without warning, and the breath of life seemed to disappear in an instant.
And this heartbreaking scene is just the beginning of this tragedy.
2. Angry questioning
When many netizens watched the video of the game with a heavy heart, the anger erupted like a volcano.
They found that from the moment Zhang Zhijie fell to the ground, it took a full 27 seconds for emergency personnel to slowly enter the venue.
These long 27 seconds, each second seems to be a merciless mockery of life.
Not only was CPR not carried out in a timely manner, but even critical first aid measures such as AED defibrillation were not implemented.
The precious 4 minutes of gold passed in vain in the anxious waiting of the people.
In the face of angry questions from netizens, the official reply was "not allowed by the referee".
This response undoubtedly added fuel to the fire and made netizens' anger burn even more violently.
Is life so insignificant in the face of the rules of the game?
Is a life better than the outcome of a game?
For example, if this is our family and friend, when we need help the most, but the treatment is delayed because of the so-called rules, can we accept it? The answer is clearly no.
3. The grief of the family
Zhang Zhijie's sister was devastated when she learned the bad news.
She could not accept the pale statement of the BWF, and vowed to seek justice for her brother and pursue it to the end.
Those firm eyes were full of deep love for his brother and a fight against injustice.
And Zhang Zhijie's mother, the poor mother, fell ill and was hospitalized because of this sudden blow.
The originally happy family was shattered in an instant.
How can we, the bystanders, truly experience the tremendous suffering of the families?
Imagine what kind of heart-rending pain it is for a mother to look forward to her child winning glory for her country on the field, but waiting for the news of her child's death
Fourth, the voice of society
After this tragedy, netizens stood up one after another and expressed their firm support for Zhang Zhijie's family.
Their voices converged into a powerful force calling for a change in the existing rules to allow doctors to enter the emergency immediately and prevent similar tragedies from happening again.
Friends in the circle also spoke out, missing Zhang Zhijie and calling him "the eternal champion".
His fighting spirit on the field and everything he has done for the honor of the country are deeply imprinted in people's hearts.
Although the BWF said that it was considering whether it was necessary to change the rules, netizens did not buy it.
In their opinion, this kind of post-mortem statement seems so pale and weak.
Isn't it the duty of professionals to save lives at critical moments, and not to be directed by unprofessional people?
5. Reflections on life
Zhang Zhijie's departure has left us with too much to think about.
In the pursuit of honor and victory, do we ignore the fragility and preciousness of life?
Rules are important, but when they conflict with life, how do we choose?
This is not just a question about the game of badminton, but also a profound proposition about human nature, morality and social values.
We cannot allow similar tragedies to happen again, and we cannot allow lives to pass away under the constraints of rules.
We need to re-examine the rationality of the rules and strengthen measures to protect the lives of athletes.
At the same time, it is also necessary to establish a sense of respect and reverence for life in the whole society.
Let us all hope that there will be no more such tragedies in the future sports arena, and that every athlete can get the fullest life protection on the road to chasing their dreams.
Let Zhang Zhijie's departure become a force for change, and let the dignity of life be respected and guarded in every corner.
Sixth, the reshaping of rules
The Zhang Zhijie incident has sparked extensive and profound discussions on rules.
We must admit that any rules are made with their original intentions and considerations, but when they reveal a disregard for life in some extreme cases, it is time to re-examine and improve.
For example, in traffic rules, there are usually various speed limits and signal lights to ensure smooth and safe roads.
But in an emergency situation, such as an ambulance carrying a critically ill patient, who needs to rush to the hospital, rigid adherence to routine rules can delay precious treatment time.
In the same way, in sporting events, the rules of the game should not be an obstacle to first aid.
For the BWF, this incident is a heavy lesson.
Considering changes to the rules should not be just empty words, but should be taken into action.
This requires a comprehensive review of the entire emergency process, a re-evaluation of the referee's decision-making authority in emergency situations, and a clear time standard for medical personnel to enter the emergency and first aid operation specifications.
At the same time, it is also necessary to establish an emergency plan and a simulation drill mechanism.
Just like a fire drill, it is important for all involved to know how to act quickly and effectively in a critical moment to maximize the safety of athletes.
7. Responsibility and responsibility
In this harrowing incident, the question of the attribution of responsibility has also become the focus of attention.
Who is to blame for Zhang Zhijie's unfortunate death? Is it a slow first responder on the scene?
Is it a referee who makes bad decisions? Or is it the relevant agency that has a loophole rule? There is no single answer.
The mistakes and negligence of each link are like a piece of dominoes, which together led to the occurrence of this tragedy.
This also reminds us that in every scene involving life safety, everyone should shoulder their own responsibilities and not have the slightest slack and sloppiness.
In the medical industry, for example, if a doctor makes a mistake during surgery and causes the patient's condition to deteriorate, then the doctor must be held responsible.
Similarly, in the sports arena, every person related to the safety of athletes' lives should perform their duties with a high sense of responsibility and professionalism.