A lot can change in a year, especially in badminton. Just a year ago, the BWF World Championships were dominated by specific players and pairs in each category. However, the landscape has shifted since then, with formidable contenders emerging in four out of five categories. The only exception is Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong, the reigning world champions in mixed doubles, who continue to maintain their dominant form. Let’s take a closer look at the latest developments in each category.
Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong: An Unparalleled Pair
One of the most exceptional aspects of Zheng and Huang’s game is that they have never lost twice to the same pair. Their only high-profile loss was to their compatriots Wang Yi Lyu and Huang Dong Ping at the HSBC BWF World Tour Finals last year. However, they quickly avenged that defeat at the Malaysia Open this year. It’s safe to say that any pair hoping to claim the world title in Basel will need to surpass Zheng and Huang, a feat that will require a monumental effort from even the most serious contenders like Wang/Huang, Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh/Sapsiree Taerattanachai, Japan’s Yuta Watanabe/Arisa Higashino, and Malaysia’s Chan Peng Soon/Goh Liu Ying.
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Men’s Singles: A Competitive Field
In the men’s singles category, Kento Momota remains the player to beat. However, his invincibility from his triumph in Nanjing has faded. China’s Shi Yuqi, who defeated Momota twice in high-stakes battles last year and in this year’s Sudirman Cup final, played a significant role in diminishing Momota’s aura. Unfortunately, Shi suffered an ankle injury at the Indonesia Open, forcing him to withdraw from the World Championships. Other strong contenders in this category include Indonesia’s Anthony Sinisuka Ginting and Jonatan Christie, Indonesia Open winner Chou Tien Chen, Denmark’s Anders Antonsen, and veterans Lin Dan and Chen Long.
Women’s Singles: Breaking Barriers
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Tai Tzu Ying, the reigning world number one in women’s singles, will be seeking to overcome her World Championships jinx. Last year, she was stunned in the quarterfinals, and her performances leading up to the Worlds this year have not reached her usual lofty standards. The main players to watch out for in this category are China’s Chen Yu Fei, the All England champion who also led China to victory in the Sudirman Cup, and Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi, who clinched back-to-back titles in Indonesia and Japan. With strong contenders like India’s Pusarla V Sindhu and Saina Nehwal, Japan’s Nozomi Okuhara, and Thailand’s Ratchanok Intanon, women’s singles promises to be the most competitive category.
Men’s Doubles: A Battle for the Crown
Gideon and Sukamuljo, affectionately known as the Minions, have reclaimed their dominance after a shaky start to the season. They secured victories in Indonesia and Japan, reestablishing themselves as serious contenders for their first world crown. However, they face tough competition from pairs like China’s Li Jun Hui/Liu Yu Chen, Japan’s Takeshi Kamura/Keigo Sonoda and Hiroyuki Endo/Yuta Watanabe, Indonesia’s Mohammad Ahsan/Hendra Setiawan and Fajar Alfian/Muhammad Rian Ardianto, and Denmark’s Kim Astrup/Anders Skaarup Rasmussen.
Women’s Doubles: An Open Field
Although Japan has had a stronghold in women’s doubles, the landscape has changed. The revival of China’s Chen Qing Chen/Jia Yi Fan, who won the All England, the Malaysia Open, and the Badminton Asia Championships this year, has added a new dimension to the competition. Additionally, Du Yue/Li Yin Hui defeated two top Japanese pairs on their way to winning the German Open. With rising stars like Kim So Yeong and Kong Hee Yong from Korea, as well as pairs like Indonesia’s Greysia Polii/Apriyani Rahayu, Bulgaria’s Stoeva sisters, and Korea’s Lee So Hee/Shin Seung Chan, the women’s doubles category promises thrilling matches.
FAQs
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Q: Who are the reigning world champions in mixed doubles?
- A: Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong are the current reigning world champions in mixed doubles.
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Q: Who is the player to watch out for in the women’s singles category?
- A: Chen Yu Fei, the All England champion, is a player to keep an eye on in the women’s singles category.
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Q: Who are the top contenders in men’s doubles?
- A: Some of the top contenders in men’s doubles include Gideon and Sukamuljo (Indonesia), Li Jun Hui/Liu Yu Chen (China), and Kamura/Sonoda (Japan).
Conclusion
The BWF World Championships promise to be an exciting tournament filled with intense battles. While some categories have clear favorites, others are wide open, making it anyone’s game. With players and pairs pushing their limits to claim the prestigious world titles, badminton enthusiasts can expect thrilling matches and unforgettable performances. Stay tuned to Carnegiecentre for the latest updates and in-depth analysis of the tournament.
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