Tuesday, 3 Dec 2024

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Marc Zwiebler of Germany showcases his resilience by winning his second consecutive marathon match in the Li-Ning Singapore Open. In an intense battle, Zwiebler outlasts top seed Du Pengyu in a thrilling three-game encounter.

Triumph Against Top Seed

After a grueling 70-minute match, Zwiebler emerges victorious against Du Pengyu. The match unfolds with both players splitting the first two games. In a nail-biting third game, the score remains tied at 17-all. However, Zwiebler demonstrates his mettle and secures the next two crucial points, sealing the match with a score of 21-18, 12-21, 21-19.

Boonsak Ponsana Stays on Course

Defending Men’s Singles champion, Boonsak Ponsana from Thailand, maintains his winning streak with a commanding 21-15, 21-13 triumph over Wong Wing Ki of Hong Kong.

Tough Battles in Women’s Singles

The top seed in Women’s Singles, Li Xuerui, faces a challenging match against Indonesia’s Belaetrix Manuputi. Despite a formidable opponent, Li clinches victory after three games, ultimately prevailing with a score of 21-19, 18-21, 21-14. The day proves to be tough for other favorites in the Women’s Singles category as well. Juliane Schenk, ranked third, falls to the hands of Chinese qualifier Yu Sun with a score of 21-19, 21-15.

Determination Prevails

Saina Nehwal, the second seed from India, faces a difficult first game against Japan’s Eriko Hirose. However, Nehwal exhibits her resilience and bounces back, winning the next two games with scores of 21-16, 21-9. Meanwhile, Wang Yihan, the fourth seed from China, engages in a hard-fought battle against Carolina Marin from Spain. Eventually, Wang emerges victorious with a score of 21-18, 11-21, 21-17.

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Upsets in Mixed Doubles

In a surprising turn of events, Olympic champions Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei, who recently clinched the title at the Djarum Indonesia Open, are knocked out of the tournament. The second seeds fall short against Korea’s Ko Sung Hyun and Kim Ha Na, with a score of 21-15, 23-21.

Tournament Highlights

  • China dominates in Women’s Doubles, as all three favored pairs secure their spots in the quarter-finals. Tian Qing and Zhao Yunlei, Ma Jin and Tang Jinhua, as well as Cheng Shu and Bao Yixin, exhibit their prowess on the court.

  • Indonesia and Korea prove to be strong contenders in the Mixed Doubles category. Both nations have three teams each advancing to the quarter-finals. Joining them are Chris Adcock and Gabby White from England, as well as Lee Chun Hei and Chau Hoi Wah from Hong Kong.

  • In Men’s Doubles, the top-seeded pairs Lee Yong Dae and Ko Sung Hyun from Korea, Cai Yun and Fu Haifeng from China (ranked 5th), and Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan progress to the quarter-finals without losing a single game.

The thrilling matches in the Li-Ning Singapore Open captivate badminton enthusiasts worldwide, showcasing the determination and skill of the participants. Stay updated with the latest badminton news and catch all the action on Carnegiecentre.com.