Paris Saint-Germain striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang finds himself at the centre of a devastating controversy after his alleged encouragement of a Chinese streamer who tragically died during an extreme 237-hour live broadcast.
The Gabonese international, who recently transferred to the French champions, is facing intense scrutiny and public backlash following revelations about his interaction with the streamer known as 'Brother Ginger'.
The Tragic Marathon Stream
The streamer, operating under the alias 'Brother Ginger', embarked on what he termed a 'death row' style marathon broadcast with the stated goal of staying awake for an unprecedented 237 hours. The gruelling challenge, which pushed human endurance to its absolute limits, was allegedly encouraged by Aubameyang through social media interactions.
Tragically, the streamer collapsed and died during the final stages of the marathon, with the horrifying moment being broadcast live to his audience. Preliminary reports suggest extreme sleep deprivation and physical exhaustion as contributing factors to his sudden death.
Aubameyang's Controversial Involvement
According to emerging reports, Aubameyang had been following the streamer's progress and reportedly sent messages encouraging him to continue the dangerous challenge. Screenshots circulating on social media appear to show the footballer engaging with the streamer during the marathon, though the exact nature of these communications remains under investigation.
The football star's alleged involvement has sparked outrage across social media platforms, with many fans and commentators condemning what they perceive as irresponsible encouragement of dangerous behaviour.
Fallout and Public Reaction
The tragedy has ignited a fierce debate about responsibility and influence in the digital age, particularly concerning high-profile figures like Aubameyang. Sports psychologists and mental health experts have weighed in, highlighting the potential dangers of such extreme streaming challenges and the responsibility of public figures in discouraging rather than promoting them.
PSG officials have yet to release an official statement regarding the matter, but sources close to the club indicate that internal discussions are underway about how to address the growing controversy.
Football authorities and sponsors are monitoring the situation closely as the story continues to develop, with potential implications for Aubameyang's reputation and career.
