The OUE Singapore Open, the fourth stop on the MetLife BWF World Superseries circuit, is set to deliver an action-packed week of badminton. With highly competitive draws in each category, fans can expect thrilling moments on the court over the next few days.
Men’s Singles
In the Men’s Singles category, top players from around the world will battle it out for supremacy. China’s Chen Long and Denmark’s Jan O Jorgensen are positioned at opposite ends of the draw, potentially setting up a rematch of their intense All England final. However, several factors could prevent this showdown. Chen has a relatively easier draw, and he is not likely to face any major challenges before the semi-finals. On the other hand, Jorgensen might encounter a tough second round against India’s HS Prannoy. The quarter-finals could feature formidable opponents like Japan’s Kento Momota or French Open champion Chou Tien Chen. If Jorgensen manages to overcome these obstacles, he may face India Open champion Kidambi Srikanth or fellow Dane Viktor Axelsen in the semi-finals. Other players like Japan’s Takuma Ueda, Korea’s Lee Hyun Il, and India’s RMV Gurusaidutt could also prove to be challenging opponents.
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Women’s Singles
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The Women’s Singles draw is missing some prominent players who have recently dominated the world rankings, including India’s Saina Nehwal, China’s Li Xuerui, and Spain’s Carolina Marin. In their absence, China’s Wang Shixian emerges as a strong contender for the title. However, she may face tough competition from Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi or Korea’s Bae Yeon Ju in the quarter-finals. Another potential match-up is with Japan’s Nozomi Okuhara in the semi-finals, as their previous encounter at the Maybank Malaysia Open lasted a marathon 111 minutes. The top half of the draw features Chinese Taipei’s Tai Tzu Ying, China’s Wang Yihan, and Thailand’s Ratchanok Intanon. One player to watch out for in this half is USA’s Beiwen Zhang, who previously represented another country.
Men’s Doubles
The Men’s Doubles category is poised for intense battles among top pairs. Lee Yong Dae and Yoo Yeon Seong, the top seeds, came close to winning the previous tournament. They have a favorable draw, with their toughest challenge likely to come in the semi-finals, possibly against Japan’s Hiroyuki Endo and Kenichi Hayakawa or Denmark’s Mads Conrad-Petersen and Mads Pieler Kolding. Meanwhile, their closest rivals, Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan, have a challenging path ahead, starting with their first-round match against Malaysia’s Goh V Shem and Tan Wee Kiong. Other contenders in their half include China’s Chai Biao and Hong Wei, Fu Haifeng and Zhang Nan, and Chinese Taipei’s Lee Sheng Mu and Tsai Chia Hsin.
Women’s Doubles
In the Women’s Doubles category, a new Chinese partnership of Ma Jin and Huang Yaqiong has emerged, adding to the already strong Chinese contingent. Another pair to watch is Tian Qing and Xia Huan. These Chinese pairs, along with Yu Yang and Wang Xiaoli, and Ou Dongni and Yu Xiaohan, will be the ones to beat in this category. The only other pairs considered as title contenders are Japan’s Misaki Matsutomo and Ayaka Takahashi, who recently won the India Open, and Korea’s Jung Kyung Eun and Chang Ye Na, runners-up at the Malaysia Open.
Mixed Doubles
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China’s Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei, who have dominated the Mixed Doubles category for the past nine months, are the favorites once again. They are expected to face defending champions Tontowi Ahmad and Liliyana Natsir of Indonesia in the semi-finals. The lower half of the draw is more unpredictable, with contenders like China’s Xu Chen and Ma Jin, Germany’s Michael Fuchs and Birgit Michels, England’s Chris Adcock and Gabrielle Adcock, and China’s Lu Kai and Huang Yaqiong.
Exciting Additions
The OUE Singapore Open has garnered attention outside the court as well. The tournament was recognized for its exceptional press facilities, ranking ninth in the Association Internationale De La Presse Sportive (AIPS) poll for the world’s Best Press Facility in 2014. This acknowledgment showcases the dedication of the organizers to provide a top-notch experience for the sporting media.
Conclusion
The OUE Singapore Open promises an exciting week of badminton action, with top players from around the world vying for victory. Whether it’s the intense matches in Men’s Singles, the absence of key players in Women’s Singles, the fierce competition in Men’s Doubles, the strong Chinese presence in Women’s Doubles, or the dominance of Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei in Mixed Doubles, this tournament is not to be missed.
FAQs
Q: When is the OUE Singapore Open?
A: The OUE Singapore Open is currently ongoing and will run for the next few days.
Q: Who are the top contenders in the Men’s Singles category?
A: China’s Chen Long and Denmark’s Jan O Jorgensen are the top contenders in the Men’s Singles category.
Q: Which players should we watch out for in the Women’s Doubles category?
A: The Chinese pairs of Ma Jin and Huang Yaqiong, Yu Yang and Wang Xiaoli, and Ou Dongni and Yu Xiaohan are the ones to watch out for in the Women’s Doubles category.
Q: Who are the favorites in the Mixed Doubles category?
A: China’s Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei are the favorites in the Mixed Doubles category.
Q: Has the OUE Singapore Open received any recognition outside the court?
A: Yes, the tournament was recognized for its exceptional press facilities, ranking ninth in the AIPS poll for the world’s Best Press Facility in 2014.
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