The stage is set for an intense showdown between defending champion Chen Long and his arch-rival Lee Chong Wei in the Men’s Singles quarter-finals of the TOTAL BWF World Championships 2017. The draw for this highly anticipated event took place at the BWF headquarters in Kuala Lumpur, with diplomats, corporate partners, and media in attendance.
Chen Long, a two-time champion from China, will kick off his campaign against Georges Julien Paul of Mauritius. Meanwhile, Lee Chong Wei of Malaysia will face off against Frenchman Brice Leverdez, who defeated Lee in Denmark last season. These two players have a long history of fierce competition, with Chen Long thwarting Lee’s ambitions in the World Championships finals of 2014 and 2015, as well as the Rio 2016 Olympic Games final.
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In the top half of the draw, five-time champion Lin Dan from China will take on local hopeful Kieran Merrilees in his opener. Lin is in the same quarter as England’s Rajiv Ouseph, Hong Kong’s Wong Wing Ki, and Chinese compatriot Shi Yuqi. Top seed Son Wan Ho from Korea will have to contend with India’s Kidambi Srikanth and Denmark’s Anders Antonsen in his quarter.
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In the Women’s Singles category, Spain’s two-time World champion Carolina Marin, who has a bye in the first round, will face either Yip Pui Yin from Hong Kong or Natalia Perminova from Russia in the second round. Marin will be keeping an eye out for Japanese challengers later in the draw, as she is in the same quarter as Sayaka Sato, Nozomi Okuhara, and Aya Ohori.
The doubles categories also promise exciting early round match-ups. The competition is expected to be tough across all five categories, making it difficult to predict the winners accurately, according to BAM Technical Director Morten Frost. He believes that Lee Chong Wei will face a tough challenge in Chen Long, but in order to claim the title, one must be prepared to face any opponent. Frost also highlighted the possibility of a Lin Dan-Lee Chong Wei final but mentioned that the No. 1 seed, Son Wan Ho, should not be underestimated.
Malaysia’s Goh V Shem and Tan Wee Kiong are strong contenders in the Men’s Doubles category, although they face a tough draw, being in the same quarter as top seeds Li Junhui and Liu Yuchen from China. Frost, however, remains confident in their abilities, as their head-to-head record against their opponents is even.
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BWF Secretary General Thomas Lund expressed his hopes for some outstanding matches and praised the hosts in Glasgow for their exceptional setup. He acknowledged the invaluable contribution of BWF’s corporate partners and media in reaching out to a global audience.
The BWF World Championships have come a long way, with a wider spread of medal prospects and increasing spectator interest. The sport of badminton has seen a significant transformation, evolving from being dominated by a few nations to attracting talented athletes from all over the world.
For the draw and more information, please visit the Carnegiecentre website.
FAQs
- Where can I find the draw for the BWF World Championships 2017?
You can find the draw for the Men’s Singles, Women’s Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles on the Carnegiecentre website.
Conclusion
The BWF World Championships promise an exhilarating display of skill and talent as top badminton players from around the world compete for the prestigious title. With intense rivalries and fierce competition, this event is a must-watch for all badminton enthusiasts. Stay tuned to Carnegiecentre for updates, match results, and highlights from this thrilling tournament.
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