'Tragedy': 16-year-old lion prodigy dies suddenly during World Cup "While celebrating the quarterfinals advance..."

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An unfortunate accident occurred in which a 16-year-old tennis prodigy died suddenly. Luisa Shonberger died in a traffic accident while celebrating Argentina's victory in the World Cup quarterfinals.

The British outlet 'The Sun' reported on the 15th (Korean time) that "tennis prodigy Luisa Shonberger tragically died at the age of 16 in a traffic accident while celebrating Argentina's World Cup quarterfinals victory."

According to reports, Shonberger was participating in a street celebration after the Argentine national team defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 FIFA North America World Cup.

At the time, Shonberger was riding as a passenger in a Volkswagen vehicle along with four others. However, it was determined that Renzo Retamoso (20), whose identity has been confirmed as the driver, lost control of the vehicle while driving at high speed.

According to local reports, the vehicle Shonberger was riding in rear-ended a Toyota ahead and then collided strongly with a pole. As a result of the accident, driver Retamoso died at the scene, and Shonberger, who was in the passenger seat, also passed away. The three other passengers (aged 16, 17, and 20) on board were injured, and one of them is reportedly in critical condition. A large Argentine flag was confirmed to have been hanging on the rear window of the accident vehicle.

El Dorado Ron Tennis Club, where Shonberger had trained since childhood, expressed deep condolences. The club described Shonberger as "a player who was like a daughter to our organization" and expressed sorrow. Shonberger was also reported as an outstanding prospect who recently rose to fourth place in the national under-10 (U-10) rankings.

The Argentine Tennis Association also issued an official statement, saying, "The Argentine tennis family is plunged into deep sorrow. We mourn Shonberger's death with deep condolences." In addition to San Jose High School, where Shonberger was a student, friends and the local tennis community also paid tribute to the deceased by sharing memorial messages on social networking services (SNS).

The funeral for the promising tennis star Shonberger was held on Sunday. Police are currently continuing their on-site investigation.

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