

A Tragic Loss: 57-Year-Old Basketball Player Collapses and Dies
MalaysiaNews August 14, 2025 Ming Jye Liew

A 57-year-old man tragically passed away after collapsing during a basketball game in Kuching, Sarawak. The incident occurred around 8 PM on Thursday, July 25th, at the 7th Mile basketball court.
According to a report by Sin Chew Daily, the man was participating in a senior-level basketball tournament when he suddenly collapsed. Witnesses said he lost consciousness immediately. People at the scene quickly called for an ambulance and began performing CPR.
Emergency services arrived swiftly and transported him to the hospital, but sadly, he could not be revived.
Source: www.chinapress.com.my, www.facebook.com, www.sarawak.sinchew.com.my