In a surprising turn of events at the BCA Indonesia Open 2017, Wang Tzu Wei and Emil Holst emerged victorious against their formidable opponents, Lin Dan and Viktor Axelsen respectively, in the Men’s Singles category. Both underdogs showcased exceptional resilience, thwarting attempted comebacks by their opponents and securing what they consider to be their most significant victories to date.
Holst, who excelled in the challenging windy conditions at the Jakarta Convention Center, held off his Danish compatriot with a score of 21-12, 12-21, 21-17. He advances to the second round, where he will face Japan’s Kazumasa Sakai. Meanwhile, Wang displayed remarkable bravery by halting Lin’s nine-point run in the second game. Despite the Chinese superstar’s impressive comeback, Wang prevailed with a score of 21-16, 21-18, eliminating the No.7 seed from the tournament. Wang will now compete against Ng Ka Long from Hong Kong for a spot in the quarter-finals.
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When reflecting on his victory, Wang admitted that his focus wavered in the final stages of the match, but he attributed his success to his desire to win quickly against such a formidable opponent. He expressed surprise over his progress in the tournament, emphasizing that his preparation was solely focused on playing against Lin Dan. Now, with his victory over the Chinese badminton legend, Wang’s sights are set on further success in the event.
On the other hand, Lin Dan, despite mesmerizing fans with his dazzling shots as he fought to regain control of the match, made a series of errors after securing a four-point lead in the first game. The drift in the venue posed a challenge for Lin in the second game, impeding his attacking strategy. However, with nothing to lose and facing Wang’s commanding 19-9 advantage, the two-time Olympic champion relaxed and displayed improved gameplay. Unfortunately, his efforts fell short of securing a victory.
In a similar vein, Viktor Axelsen, the tournament’s No.3 seed, managed to make a comeback against Holst, winning the second game. However, Holst remained determined, and at 13-13 in the decider, he pushed ahead to secure his first-ever victory over his distinguished compatriot.
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Acknowledging his defeat, Axelsen admitted that he had not performed at his desired level, expressing disappointment with his gameplay and decision-making during the match.
Elsewhere in the tournament, defending champion Lee Chong Wei, the top seed, exhibited his trademark resilience by recovering from losing the first game to secure a victory against Tommy Sugiarto. Lee extended his unbeaten record against Sugiarto to 15-0 and is now set to face HS Prannoy in the upcoming match.
Rajiv Ouseph, the European champion, also secured a spot in the second round with a hard-fought victory over Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk from Thailand. Ouseph now faces China’s Shi Yuqi, the fifth seed, with the hope of advancing to the final eight. Other players who progressed to the next round include Son Wan Ho (Korea), Chou Tien Chen (Chinese Taipei), Kidambi Srikanth (India), Chen Long (China), and Jonatan Christie of Indonesia.
This exciting turn of events at the BCA Indonesia Open 2017 promises to deliver more thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes. Stay tuned for further updates on the tournament.
FAQs
What were the surprising results at the BCA Indonesia Open 2017?
Wang Tzu Wei’s victory over Lin Dan and Emil Holst’s triumph against Viktor Axelsen were the unexpected results at the BCA Indonesia Open 2017.
How did Wang Tzu Wei secure his victory against Lin Dan?
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Wang Tzu Wei bravely thwarted Lin Dan’s comeback attempt, prevailing with a score of 21-16, 21-18.
What was the outcome of the match between Emil Holst and Viktor Axelsen?
Emil Holst emerged victorious over Viktor Axelsen in a closely contested match, claiming victory with a score of 21-12, 12-21, 21-17.
Who will Wang Tzu Wei face in the next round of the tournament?
Wang Tzu Wei will compete against Ng Ka Long from Hong Kong in the quarter-finals.
Summary
In a surprising twist, Wang Tzu Wei and Emil Holst achieved remarkable victories over their highly-regarded opponents, Lin Dan and Viktor Axelsen, at the BCA Indonesia Open 2017. Wang displayed remarkable bravery, withstanding Lin Dan’s attempted comeback to secure a 21-16, 21-18 win. Meanwhile, Holst held off Axelsen’s challenge with a score of 21-12, 12-21, 21-17. Both underdogs celebrated these victories as the most significant milestones of their careers. As the tournament progresses, fans eagerly await more thrilling matches and unexpected outcomes. Stay updated for further developments at the BCA Indonesia Open 2017.
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