Men’s Singles top seed, Kunlavut Vitidsarn, displayed his resilience today, advancing to the fourth round of the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017.
A Nail-Biting Match
Seeming unsettled and often seeking support from his coach, the Thai player managed to hold his ground against Gu Junfung. In the final moments of their intense battle at GOR Among Rogo Arena, Vitidsarn found the courage to go for decisive shots, securing victory.
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Competing in his second World Juniors at just 16 years old, Vitidsarn showcased his skills by winning the opening game. However, he faced a setback in the second game as his Chinese rival swiftly took the lead, leveling the match. In the final game, Vitidsarn maintained his lead but made a few errors, creating a tense atmosphere. At 17-12, it appeared that victory was within Vitidsarn’s grasp, but Gu’s determination and Vitidsarn’s mistakes kept the match on a knife-edge.
It was suddenly 19-18, with the No.1 seed in the lead. What would happen next?
To his credit, Vitidsarn summoned his courage and played aggressively, positioning himself for an attacking stance. With a powerful body shot to his opponent’s midriff, he sealed the match with a score of 21-17, 13-21, 21-18, thanks to a tight net duel.
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“I was nervous, and the stress contributed to a lot of errors. I am lucky to win. I hope I can perform better in the next round, similar to how I played in the team competition,” said the relieved winner.
Notable Matches
China also suffered another loss in the same category, as Alberto Alvin Yulianto knocked out Bai Yupeng with a score of 21-19, 24-22. The Indonesian player dealt with some nervous moments in the second game, squandering two match points before saving two and ultimately securing victory much to the delight of the home fans in Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
“He has a powerful smash, and I was trying to avoid giving him chances. I was aiming to attack first. My coach kept telling me to play faster and bolder around the net,” said Yulianto, who has only been part of the national team for four months.
Other players advancing in the draw include Lakshya Sen from India, Japan’s Takuma Obayashi, Lee Chia Hao from Chinese Taipei, Gao Zhengze from China, Leong Jun Hao from Malaysia, Jesper Toft from Denmark, Nhat Nguyen from Ireland, and the French trio Arnaud Merkle, Leo Rossi, and Christo Popov.
Women’s Singles Battles
In the Women’s Singles category, No.11 seed Maria Delcheva lost in a thrilling three-game match against Eng Sin Jou from Malaysia, with a score of 21-16, 19-21, 21-19. Despite the disappointment, Delcheva found positives from the encounter that she can carry forward to future tournaments and as she prepares for the Youth Olympic Games next year.
Meanwhile, Korean player An Se Young displayed an impressive performance, securing a spot to face top seed Pattarasuda Chaiwan after defeating Léonice Huet from France with a score of 21-14, 21-9. Thailand’s Chaiwan, on the other hand, emerged victorious against Sasha Lim from Australia, with a score of 21-9, 21-10.
What to Expect
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As the tournament progresses, the doubles events have also reached the third round, with the fourth rounds of the singles events set to commence tomorrow.
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FAQs
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What was the outcome of the match between Kunlavut Vitidsarn and Gu Junfung?
- Kunlavut Vitidsarn emerged victorious with a score of 21-17, 13-21, 21-18.
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Who else advanced in the Men’s Singles category?
- Other players who advanced include Lakshya Sen, Takuma Obayashi, Lee Chia Hao, Gao Zhengze, Leong Jun Hao, Jesper Toft, Nhat Nguyen, Arnaud Merkle, Leo Rossi, and Christo Popov.
Summary
In the Blibli.com Yonex-Sunrise BWF World Junior Championships 2017, top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn fought his way to the fourth round with a nail-biting match against Gu Junfung. Despite facing moments of uncertainty, Vitidsarn showcased his determination, securing victory with a score of 21-17, 13-21, 21-18. Other notable matches included Alberto Alvin Yulianto’s win over Bai Yupeng and Maria Delcheva’s three-game battle against Eng Sin Jou. As the tournament progresses, both the singles and doubles events promise exciting matchups for badminton enthusiasts. Stay tuned for more thrilling action in this highly anticipated championship.
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