6-year-old girl dies after being struck by badminton racket that broke while siblings were playing
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6-year-old girl dies after being struck by badminton racket that broke while siblings were playing

SAPO Notícias2 September 2026 at 15:40

A 6-year-old girl died after being fatally struck by a badminton racket that broke during a match. The child was watching her siblings play badminton when the accident occurred. The racket snapped during the game and a piece hit the girl on the head, causing fatal injuries.

The child's family is seeking accountability from the racket manufacturer for the incident. The relatives believe the product had some defect that contributed to the breakage and want the company to take responsibility for what happened.

The case raises questions about the safety of sports equipment, especially when used by children or near them. The family is considering taking legal action against the manufacturer to obtain justice and compensation for the loss.

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