Three defending champions gear up for their title defenses as the opening round matches of the YONEX All England continue on Wednesday.
Akane Yamaguchi Begins Title Defense
The women’s singles champion and world No.1, Akane Yamaguchi, looks to secure her second consecutive title. Fresh off her victory at the YONEX German Open, Yamaguchi faces Mia Blichfeldt in her opening match.
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Carolina Marin vs. Kirsty Gilmour
Former YONEX All England champion Carolina Marin takes on Kirsty Gilmour in a rematch of last year’s European Championship final. Marin, a former world No.1 and seventh seed, returns to Birmingham after battling recent injuries. This highly anticipated match is set to take place on Court 2.
Tai Tzu-Ying’s Quest for a Fourth Title
Three-time champion Tai Tzu-Ying starts her campaign for a fourth title against South Korea’s Kim Ga-Eun. Meanwhile, second seed An Se-Young, the 2022 runner-up, goes head-to-head with Hsu Wen-Chi on Court 4.
Women’s Doubles Title Defense
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Nami Matsuyama and Chiharu Shida aim to defend their women’s doubles crown on Court 3 against Canada’s Catherine Choi and Josephine Wu. They will also face projected semi-final opponents Jeong Na Eun and Kim Hye Jeong.
Mixed Doubles Defending Champions
Yuta Watanabe and Arisa Higashino, two-time defending champions in mixed doubles, seek to continue their winning streak at the Utilita Arena. They take on Tang Chun-Man and Tse Ying Suet in what promises to be an exciting match on Court 1.
Men’s Singles and Doubles Action
In men’s singles, second seed Jonatan Christie of Indonesia begins his quest for his first YONEX All England title against Weng Hongyang of China. Fourth seed Lee Zi Jia, the 2021 champion, looks to regain momentum against Sitthikom Thammasin. Additionally, sixth seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn faces Kento Momota in a highly anticipated clash.
Several key players in men’s doubles will also make their tournament debut on Wednesday, including top seeds Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto, third seeds Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan, and second seeds Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik.
FAQs
Q: Who is the defending women’s singles champion?
A: Akane Yamaguchi is the defending women’s singles champion.
Q: Which former champion is playing in Birmingham after a recent injury?
A: Carolina Marin, a former YONEX All England champion, is returning to Birmingham after recovering from injuries.
Q: Who are the two-time mixed doubles defending champions?
A: Yuta Watanabe and Arisa Higashino are the two-time defending champions in mixed doubles.
Summary
In the ongoing YONEX All England tournament, defending champions from various categories are fighting to retain their titles. Akane Yamaguchi, the women’s singles champion, begins her title defense against Mia Blichfeldt, while former champion Carolina Marin takes on Kirsty Gilmour in a highly anticipated match. Other top players, such as Tai Tzu-Ying and An Se-Young, are also showcasing their skills and aiming for victory. Additionally, doubles champions Nami Matsuyama, Chiharu Shida, Yuta Watanabe, and Arisa Higashino are stepping onto the court to defend their titles. With intense matches and strong competitors, the YONEX All England continues to captivate badminton enthusiasts worldwide.
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