Lee Yong Dae Fails to Secure Fifth Men’s Doubles Title at Victor Korea Open
Lee Yong Dae, a four-time Men’s Doubles champion at the Victor Korea Open, suffered an unexpected defeat that dashed his hopes for a fifth title. Despite being the hot favorite alongside partner Yoo Yeon Seong, the fifth-seeded duo fell short in their quarter-final match against Hiroyuki Endo/Kenichi Hayakawa, the fourth-seeded Japanese opponents. The intense battle ended with a score of 16-21 23-21 21-15 in favor of Endo and Hayakawa.
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Endo and Hayakawa’s composure in the second game was commendable, as they managed to fend off a comeback attempt from Lee and Yoo. Although the Koreans nearly turned the tide after trailing 16-19 in the second game and saving two game points, Endo and Hayakawa ultimately emerged victorious after taking the match into a decider. They will now face top seeds Mathias Boe/Carsten Mogensen in the semi-finals.
Top Seed Wang Shixian Prevails Against Sixth Seed Tai Tzu Ying in Women’s Singles
In a highly anticipated Women’s Singles match, top seed Wang Shixian of China faced off against sixth seed Tai Tzu Ying of Chinese Taipei. Tai had previously pulled off an extraordinary victory over Wang in the BWF World Superseries Finals, but this time the tables were turned. Wang showed her resilience and defeated Tai with a score of 12-21 21-12 24-22 in a 74-minute battle.
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Another thrilling Women’s Singles match saw Wang Yihan (3) triumph over Bae Yeon Ju of Korea with a score of 21-12 18-21 21-17, securing her spot in the all-Chinese semi-final. Defending champion Sung Ji Hyun of Korea also advanced to the semi-finals after holding off a late challenge from Japan’s Minatsu Mitani, winning 21-15 23-21.
Lee Chong Wei Dominates Men’s Singles Quarter-Final
Three-time Men’s Singles champion Lee Chong Wei of Malaysia showcased his dominance in the quarter-finals, defeating Du Pengyu of China with ease. Lee’s exceptional skills left Du scrambling throughout the match, making it clear that Lee was in complete control. With a score of 21-9 21-12, Lee secured his place in the semi-finals.
Other Noteworthy Matches
- Women’s Doubles: Second seeds Misaki Matsutomo/Ayaka Takahashi (Japan) were defeated by Chinese twins Luo Ying/Luo Yu, while seventh seeds Ma Jin/Tang Yuanting (China) were eliminated by Indonesia’s Greysia Polii/Nitya Krishinda Maheswari.
- Men’s Singles: Fourth seed Jan O Jorgensen (Denmark) suffered a surprising defeat at the hands of Kenichi Tago (Japan), who he had previously beaten in the French Open final.
- Mixed Doubles: Bao Yixin, alongside Liu Cheng (China), secured a spot in the semi-finals after defeating Maneepong Jongjit/Sapsiree Taerattanachai (Thailand). They will face second seeds Xu Chen/Ma Jin. Defending champions Zhang Nan/Zhao Yunlei (China) will compete against Chan Yun Lung/Tse Ying Suet of Hong Kong.
FAQs
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Q: Where can I find more information about the Victor Korea Open?
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A: You can visit the Carnegiecentre website for more information on the Victor Korea Open.
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Q: Who are the top contenders in the Men’s Doubles category?
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A: Some of the top contenders in the Men’s Doubles category are Lee Yong Dae and Yoo Yeon Seong, Hiroyuki Endo and Kenichi Hayakawa, Mathias Boe and Carsten Mogensen, and more.
Conclusion
The Victor Korea Open has witnessed intense matches filled with unexpected twists and turns. Top players from around the world have showcased their skills and determination in their quest for victory. Stay tuned for more thrilling matches as the tournament progresses.
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