The Men’s Singles title at the OUE Singapore Open 2017 has become even more captivating as top seed Son Wan Ho is knocked out. In a stunning victory, Indonesia’s rising star, Jonatan Christie, defeated the No.4 seed, setting up a quarter-final showdown with Son’s teammate, Lee Dong Keun. Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk, the No.8 seed, also emerged victorious, earning a spot in the quarter-finals. Kidambi Srikanth and B. Sai Praneeth showed tremendous determination, securing their places in the next round.
Quarter-Final Battles
The stage is set for intense quarter-final matches that promise excitement and fierce competition. Jonatan Christie will face Lee Dong Keun, while Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk takes on B. Sai Praneeth. Kidambi Srikanth will go head-to-head with China’s Shi Yuqi, and Anthony Ginting of Indonesia will battle Hong Kong’s Wong Wing Ki.
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Players’ Perspectives
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Jonatan Christie, after his remarkable win, admitted that his stamina waned in the second game. However, he remained focused on pressuring his opponent to avoid a repeat of previous matches where he faltered after winning the first game. Rivalry between Christie and Lee Dong Keun is anticipated, as they last played each other two years ago.
B. Sai Praneeth, with a smile on his face, expressed his delight at reaching the quarter-finals of a Superseries event once again. He acknowledged the tough competition but remained optimistic about his chances.
Women’s Singles Drama
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In Women’s Singles, Carolina Marin and Pusarla V Sindhu continue to dominate, setting up another face-off in the tournament. Carolina Marin crushed Lee Chia Hsin of Chinese Taipei, while Pusarla faced a tougher challenge against Fitriani Fitriani of Indonesia. Pusarla emerged victorious after a grueling three-game battle.
Exciting Quarter-Finals Await
The Women’s Singles quarter-finals will feature Beiwen Zhang (USA) against No.3 seed, Akane Yamaguchi of Japan, Sun Yu (China) against No.2 seed, Sung Ji Hyun (Korea), and top seed Tai Tzu Ying (Chinese Taipei) against Sayaka Sato (Japan), who eliminated defending champion Ratchanok Intanon in the first round.
FAQs
Q: Who are the top contenders for the Men’s Singles title at the OUE Singapore Open 2017?
A: The top contenders for the title are Son Wan Ho, Jonatan Christie, Lee Dong Keun, Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk, Kidambi Srikanth, B. Sai Praneeth, Anthony Ginting, and Wong Wing Ki.
Q: What can we expect from the Women’s Singles quarter-finals?
A: The Women’s Singles quarter-finals promise intense matches between some of the top players in the world. It will be thrilling to see Carolina Marin and Pusarla V Sindhu face each other once again, along with other exciting matchups.
Summary
The OUE Singapore Open 2017 continues to captivate badminton fans worldwide with thrilling matches and unexpected upsets. The Men’s Singles competition saw top seed Son Wan Ho being knocked out, opening up opportunities for emerging talents like Jonatan Christie and B. Sai Praneeth. In Women’s Singles, Carolina Marin and Pusarla V Sindhu dominated their opponents to set up another intense showdown. Exciting quarter-finals await, with players showcasing their skills and determination to advance further in the tournament. Don’t miss the action and stay tuned for more updates on Carnegiecentre.com!
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