Kento Momota’s Performance Boosts His Rankings
Kento Momota’s remarkable victory at the TOTAL BWF World Championships 2018 has propelled him up the BWF World Rankings. The Japanese player has climbed three places, securing the number four spot. He currently trails behind Viktor Axelsen of Denmark, Shi Yuqi of China, and Lee Chong Wei of Malaysia. Thanks to his impressive performance at the World Championships, Momota’s total points now stand at 73,907, an accumulation of his outstanding performances in thirteen tournaments.
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Shi Yuqi and Lee Chong Wei Swap Places
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Shi Yuqi, the runner-up in Nanjing, has switched places with Lee Chong Wei, who withdrew from the World Championships. This change in rankings reflects their performances in the tournament.
Notable Rises and Falls in Men’s Singles
Malaysia’s Liew Daren experienced a significant rise, climbing twelve places to reach the 27th spot after winning a bronze medal. Olympic champion Chen Long of China also made progress, moving up to the 7th position. On the other hand, Indian player Kidambi Srikanth slipped two places to number eight, while Lin Dan of China dropped five places to number fourteen. Denmark’s Hans-Kristian Vittinghus and Japan’s Kanta Tsuneyama also made strides, moving up six and eight places, respectively.
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Women’s Singles Rankings Remain Steady
Carolina Marin’s victory in the Women’s Singles category propelled her to number six from number eight. The top five spots remain unchanged, with Tai Tzu Ying of Chinese Taipei leading the pack. Nozomi Okuhara of Japan, the 2017 champion, slid two spots to number eight. Malaysia’s Goh Jin Wei experienced a significant jump, reaching the 24th spot after an impressive performance in the World Championships.
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FAQs
Q: Who is the current number one in Men’s Singles?
A: Viktor Axelsen of Denmark is currently the top-ranked player in Men’s Singles.
Q: Which player made the most progress in the Men’s Singles category?
A: Malaysia’s Liew Daren climbed twelve places to reach number 27 after winning a bronze medal.
Q: Who is the reigning Women’s Singles champion?
A: Tai Tzu Ying of Chinese Taipei is the current Women’s Singles champion.
Q: Which player had the most significant jump in Women’s Singles rankings?
A: Malaysia’s Goh Jin Wei climbed six places to reach number 24 after an impressive performance in the World Championships.
Summary
Kento Momota’s outstanding performance at the TOTAL BWF World Championships 2018 has boosted his rankings, taking him to the number four spot. In the Men’s Singles category, Malaysia’s Liew Daren experienced a significant rise, while Olympic champion Chen Long of China made progress as well. The Women’s Singles rankings remain steady, with Carolina Marin moving up to number six. To stay updated with the latest rankings, visit the official BWF website.
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