After heart attack

Australian ex-athlete dies at the age of 42

31.03.2025 – 9:54 a.m.Reading time: 1 min.

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Andrew Krakouer: He played 137 games as a professional. (Source: Diego Fedele)

Sad news from Australia. There, an ex-player of the Australian Football died in a young age.

The Australian sport mourns the loss of Andrew Krakouer. The former competitive athlete died at the age of 42. Krakouer played Australian Football, a mix of football and rugby. According to reports, it is said to have been a heart attack.

Krakouer comes from a sports family, his father Jim Krakouer and his nephew Phil Krakouer also played Australian football. Andrew Krakouer was considered a talented offensive player, he played a total of 137 professional games and scored 152 goals. After the news about his death, many companions recognized him as a “outstanding footballer” and “real pioneer”.

In 2007 there was excitement about Krakouer. He is said to have been involved in a case of domestic violence and had to go to prison. Three years later, however, he was able to continue his career.

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