Li Yueru Will Miss FIBA World Cup Due to Lost Passport
Chinese national basketball player Li Yueru will not be able to participate in the tournament in Germany because her renewed passport was lost in the mail.
Chinese national basketball player Li Yueru will not be able to play in the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup to be held in Germany because her renewal passport was lost in the mail and did not arrive in time for the tournament.
Passport Crisis and Tournament
The Chinese national basketball team will be deprived of its key player Li Yueru because her passport was lost in the mail and could not be renewed in time.
Social Media Statement
The basketball player, who wears the Dallas Wings jersey, announced in a post on her social media account that her passport still could not be found and that she would not be able to compete in the tournament despite all efforts.
National Team Emphasis
The 27-year-old athlete stated that she always has a great relationship with the Chinese Basketball Association and expressed that wearing the national jersey is a great honor for her.
Career Background and Alternatives
In the absence of Li Yueru, who was her team's top scorer at the 2024 Paris Olympics, China will rely on its tall players such as Han Xu and Zhang Ziyu in group matches.