The DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open 2017 is generating excitement, particularly in the Women’s Singles category. Fans and media alike are eagerly anticipating a potential second-round encounter between Nozomi Okuhara of Japan and Pusarla V Sindhu of India. This matchup follows their epic 110-minute World Championship final and last Sunday’s 83-minute title-decider in Korea.
In a press conference, Okuhara and Pusarla acknowledged the unfortunate draw that guarantees one of them will be eliminated before the third round. However, they both promised spectators another thrilling battle if they meet on Thursday. Okuhara, the unseeded World champion, expressed her desire to continue the intense rivalry and showcase her skills on home turf. Pusarla, the No.4 seed, acknowledged the challenge of facing Okuhara’s teammate, Minatsu Mitani, in the first round.
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The Women’s Singles field is stacked with top talent, including Tai Tzu Ying, Akane Yamaguchi, Sung Ji Hyun, Ratchanok Intanon, He Bingjiao, and Saina Nehwal. The players at the press conference agreed that the competition in this category has become increasingly fierce, with no one guaranteed a victory.
Carolina Marin, the reigning World champion, commented on the tough competition in Women’s Singles. She acknowledged that the top ten players are at a similar level, making it a challenging season for her. Pusarla echoed Marin’s sentiments, emphasizing the improvements in Women’s Singles overall. She highlighted the strength of the top 10-20 players and the unpredictability of each round.
In Men’s Singles, Lin Dan and Lee Chong Wei praised Viktor Axelsen’s recent World Championships success, which bodes well for the younger generation of players. However, they both expressed their determination to continue competing at the highest level. Lee, the defending champion at the DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open, has no intention of relinquishing his title. Axelsen, the 23-year-old Dane, hopes to build on his World Championships victory and maintain his good form.
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In Mixed Doubles first-round action, the No.3 seeds, Chris and Gabby Adcock, suffered a straight games defeat against Lee Yang and Hsu Ya Ching of Chinese Taipei. Tan Kian Meng/Lai Pei Jing, Malaysia’s main hope, also exited the tournament early. The No.7 seeds lost to Bodin Isara/Savitree Amitrapai of Thailand. Denmark had a disappointing start as both of their pairs – Anders Skaarup Rasmussen/Line Kjaersfeldt and Mathias Christiansen/Sara Thygesen – were eliminated in the first round.
FAQs
Q: Who are the top contenders in Women’s Singles at the DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open?
A: The top contenders in Women’s Singles include Tai Tzu Ying, Akane Yamaguchi, Sung Ji Hyun, Ratchanok Intanon, He Bingjiao, and Saina Nehwal.
Q: How does the competition in Women’s Singles compare to previous years?
A: The competition in Women’s Singles has become increasingly competitive, with no player guaranteed a victory. The top 10-20 players have been performing exceptionally well, making each round tough and unpredictable.
Q: How do Lin Dan and Lee Chong Wei feel about Viktor Axelsen’s success?
A: Lin Dan and Lee Chong Wei acknowledge Viktor Axelsen’s triumph at the World Championships and believe it is a positive sign for the younger generation of players. However, they both intend to continue battling for glory at the highest level.
Q: What were the results in the first round of Mixed Doubles?
A: In the first round of Mixed Doubles, the No.3 seeds, Chris and Gabby Adcock, were defeated by Lee Yang and Hsu Ya Ching. Malaysia’s Tan Kian Meng/Lai Pei Jing also suffered an early exit, losing to Bodin Isara/Savitree Amitrapai of Thailand. Denmark’s pairs, Anders Skaarup Rasmussen/Line Kjaersfeldt and Mathias Christiansen/Sara Thygesen, were knocked out as well.
The DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open 2017 has set the stage for some exciting badminton battles. Fans can look forward to the potential clash between Nozomi Okuhara and Pusarla V Sindhu in the Women’s Singles category, while the Men’s Singles icons, Lin Dan and Lee Chong Wei, continue to inspire with their determination to compete at the highest level. The tournament has already witnessed surprises in the Mixed Doubles category, indicating that anything can happen on the courts of the Tokyo Metropolitan Gymnasium. Stay tuned for more thrilling badminton action at the DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open!
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