Denmark’s doubles teams showcased their talent and secured two medals at the Wang Lao Ji BWF World Championships 2013 in Guangzhou, China. In the Men’s Doubles category, Mathias Boe and Carsten Mogensen (third seeds) displayed exceptional skills as they defeated Angga Pratama and Ryan Agung Saputra of Indonesia in a thrilling match. The Danish duo triumphed with a score of 21-13, 11-21, 21-17.
In the Women’s Doubles, Christinna Pedersen and Kamilla Rytter Juhl prevented an all-China semi-final by defeating local favorites Bao Yixin and Zhong Qianxin in a closely contested quarter-final match. The Danish pair emerged victorious with a score of 21-17, 13-21, 21-18. The photo captured the moment when Pedersen and Rytter Juhl graciously handed their rackets to fans.
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While the Chinese players had their fair share of successes, there were a few setbacks as well. Women’s Singles seventh seed Wang Shixian suffered a surprise defeat at the hands of Indian teen PV Sindhu. Sindhu displayed remarkable skills and secured a victory with a score of 21-18, 21-17. She now faces Thailand’s Ratchanok Intanon (also 18 years old) in the semi-finals. Both players have already secured bronze medals for themselves and their respective countries.
Lin Dan, a four-time champion, faced off against Chen Long in an all-China affair that fans eagerly anticipated. Despite not having played a tournament match since December 2011, Lin Dan delivered a masterclass performance. He outplayed Chen in all aspects of the game, leaving his opponent desperate and unable to utilize his powerful smash. Chen staged a comeback in the second game, but Lin Dan ultimately secured a semi-final spot and the opportunity to compete for another world title.
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Cai Yun and Fu Haifeng, the four-time champions in Men’s Doubles, faced tough resistance from Hiroyuki Endo and Kenichi Hayakawa of Japan in their quarter-final match. The Japanese duo matched the Chinese pair shot for shot and dive for dive, making it a closely contested game. However, Cai and Fu managed to prevail with a score of 21-13, 22-20.
In the Mixed Doubles semi-final, All England champions Tontowi Ahmad and Liliyana Natsir from Indonesia will take on Olympic champions Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei. Ahmad and Natsir faced a nerve-wracking quarter-final against Kenichi Hayakawa and Misaki Matsutomo, with the Japanese duo saving five match points before the Indonesian pair closed it out with a score of 21-10, 17-21, 21-19.
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Xu Chen and Ma Jin, the top-seeded Mixed Doubles pair from China, dominated their opponents Robert Mateusiak and Nadiezda Zieba from Poland, winning with a remarkable score of 21-4, 21-4. Xu and Ma will now face Korea’s Shin Baek Choel and Eom Hye Won, who had an unexpectedly easy victory over Indonesia’s Muhammad Rijal and Debby Susanto with a score of 21-9, 21-15.
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Kashyap Parupalli from India came tantalizingly close to securing a spot in the Men’s Singles semi-final. After comfortably winning the first game against China’s third seed Du Pengyu, Parupalli had significant leads in the second game and even reached match point at 20-19. However, Du fought back, eventually winning with a score of 16-21, 22-20, 21-15. Du’s victory marked his fourth three-game match of the tournament, highlighting his endurance and resilience.
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The Men’s Singles match between Nguyen Tien Minh from Vietnam and Jan O Jorgensen from Denmark provided thrilling entertainment. As the game reached its closing stages, both players engaged in intense rallies, displaying their determination and athleticism. Jorgensen saved four match points to level the game at 20-all, but it was Nguyen who summoned the reserves of energy to deliver a winning smash. The final score was 21-8, 17-21, 22-20 in Nguyen’s favor, leaving him flat out on the court, overwhelmed with joy at achieving a World Championship medal.
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FAQs
Q: What were the key achievements of Denmark’s doubles teams at the BWF World Championships 2013?
A: Denmark’s doubles teams secured two medals at the championship. Mathias Boe and Carsten Mogensen won the Men’s Doubles category, while Christinna Pedersen and Kamilla Rytter Juhl excelled in the Women’s Doubles category.
Q: Who were the standout performers from Denmark?
A: Mathias Boe, Carsten Mogensen, Christinna Pedersen, and Kamilla Rytter Juhl delivered exceptional performances, showcasing their skills and determination.
Q: Which Chinese players had successful performances at the BWF World Championships 2013?
A: Lin Dan, a four-time champion, delivered a masterclass performance in the Men’s Singles category. Cai Yun and Fu Haifeng, the four-time champions in Men’s Doubles, also achieved success.
Q: What were some memorable moments from the tournament?
A: Some memorable moments included PV Sindhu’s victory over Wang Shixian in Women’s Singles, Nguyen Tien Minh’s thrilling match against Jan O Jorgensen in Men’s Singles, and the dominance of Xu Chen and Ma Jin in Mixed Doubles.
Conclusion
The BWF World Championships 2013 showcased the remarkable talent and competitive spirit of badminton players from around the world. Denmark’s doubles teams and several Chinese players stood out with their exceptional performances. The tournament provided thrilling moments and surprises, captivating badminton enthusiasts worldwide.
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