Fit, Young, and then… Gone: The Mystery of Sudden Death in Sport

Fit, Young, and then… Gone: The Mystery of Sudden Death in Sport

What would you do if playing the sport you loved almost killed you? That was the question Christian Eriksen faced after he collapsed on the pitch during the Euros in 2021. He returned to football 8 months later. He collapsed again earlier this year… But what is Sudden Adult Death Syndrome, and more importantly, is it preventable?


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Meet Pakistan’s first female MMA fighter | Legacy Spotlight

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Why Palestinian children are playing one of Ireland's oldest sports | Legacy Spotlight

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OnlyFans creators are tapping into football to get exposure with a massive male audience, and this summer's World Cup presents a golden opportunity to recruit new subscribers. But how does this strate...

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How Cape Verde reached the World Cup | Legacy Spotlight

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After their first Africa Cup of Nations in 2013, Cape Verde have become a force to be reckoned with in African football, driven by their incredible fanbase and their talent both at home and in the cou...

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