Team GB’s Chloe Birch had an incredible day on Day 1 of the European Games in Minsk, Belarus. She and her partner, Lauren Smith, defeated the top-seeded Danish pair Maiken Fruergaard and Sara Thygesen in their women’s doubles Group A clash, with a score of 21-12 21-18. Birch then went on to secure a win in the women’s singles Group H, defeating Switzerland’s Sabrina Jaquet with a score of 11-21 22-20 21-15.
This victory for Smith and Birch marks their second win against the Danish pair, following their upset at the Sudirman Cup in May. The duo continues to show their strength and consistency on the court.
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Birch expressed her satisfaction with her singles performance, stating, “Sabrina is a tough opponent, and to secure that win and have a good start is always satisfying. I had a bit of a slow start, but our tactical preparations for the arena paid off for me in the second and third set, so I’m pleased with the outcome.”
The European Games in Minsk have seen other exciting matches unfold. Vladimir Ivanov and Ivan Sozonov, silver medalists from Baku 2015, won their men’s doubles opener against Anton Kaisti and Oskari Larkimo of Finland. The Russian pair is determined to surpass their previous achievement and go for gold in Minsk.
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Reflecting on their victory, Sozonov said, “It’s a great start for us. We now have a strong advantage in the group, and today’s win was relatively easy. We are seeking revenge this time against a different Danish pair, but they are just as powerful with Kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup Rasmussen. There are many strong pairs competing, and Germany is particularly formidable.”
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FAQs
Q: How did Chloe Birch perform in the European Games?
A: Chloe Birch had a fantastic performance on Day 1 of the European Games. She won both her women’s doubles and singles matches.
Q: Who did Chloe Birch defeat in the women’s doubles match?
A: Chloe Birch, along with her partner Lauren Smith, defeated the top-seeded Danish pair Maiken Fruergaard and Sara Thygesen.
Q: What was the score in Birch’s singles match against Sabrina Jaquet?
A: The score in Birch’s singles match against Sabrina Jaquet was 11-21 22-20 21-15.
Q: Did Smith and Birch win against the Danish pair before?
A: Yes, Smith and Birch previously defeated the Danish pair at the Sudirman Cup in May. This victory marks their second win against them.
Conclusion
The European Games in Minsk have started with a bang, showcasing some extraordinary badminton performances. Chloe Birch, representing Team GB, demonstrated her skill and determination with wins in both her women’s doubles and singles matches. Birch’s partnership with Lauren Smith continues to impress as they defeated the top-seeded Danish pair. Additionally, Vladimir Ivanov and Ivan Sozonov proved their strength in the men’s doubles category. With fierce competition from strong pairs and nations, the European Games promises to be an exhilarating tournament for badminton enthusiasts. Stay tuned for more updates and results on Carnegiecentre.
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