Introduction
In the world of badminton, one name has been making waves – Kento Momota. This talented 23-year-old Japanese player is back and ready to take on the world. Currently competing in the Asian championship, Momota has also qualified for the prestigious TOTAL BWF World Championships 2018 in Nanjing, China this summer. Let’s delve into the details of his comeback and the other notable players who will be vying for the title.
Rising Through the Ranks
Based on the BWF World ranking list of 26 April 2018, Kento Momota has climbed to the impressive position of No.17 in the ‘Race to Nanjing’. This qualifying system determines the eligibility of players for the World Championships. It’s worth noting that Momota had to overcome a career hiatus of over a year before resuming his badminton journey last July. Despite this setback, he has shown great resilience and skill, securing his place alongside his fellow Japanese players, Kenta Nishimoto (No.13) and Kazumasa Sakai (No.16).
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A Competitive Field
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The Men’s Singles category is filled with top-tier players. Defending champion Viktor Axelsen of Denmark leads the pack, with Anders Antonsen (No.15) and Hans-Kristian Vittinghus (No.18) also making the cut. China is well-represented by Olympic champion Chen Long (No.3), five-time World champion Lin Dan (No.8), and Shi Yuqi (No.4). Other notable contenders include Son Wan Ho from Korea (No.2), India’s Kidambi Srikanth (No.5), Chou Tien Chen from Chinese Taipei (No.6), Lee Chong Wei from Malaysia (No.7), Ng Ka Long from Hong Kong (No.9), and HS Prannoy from India (No.10). The stage is set for a thrilling Men’s Singles competition.
Women’s Singles Battle
In the Women’s Singles category, Japan’s Sayaka Sato has secured the third spot behind her compatriots Akane Yamaguchi (No.1) and defending champion Nozomi Okuhara (No.6). Other strong contenders in this category include Tai Tzu Ying from Chinese Taipei (No.2), Pusarla V Sindhu from India (No.3), Carolina Marin from Spain (No.7), Sung Ji Hyun from Korea (No.9), and Saina Nehwal from India (No.12). The Women’s Singles competition promises to be an intense affair.
Doubles Showdowns
The Men’s Doubles category sees China represented by two pairs: World champions Zhang Nan/Liu Cheng (No.3) and Li Junhui/Liu Yuchen (No.4). Chinese Taipei, Denmark, Indonesia, and Japan each have three pairs, ensuring a battle of skills and teamwork. Japan came the closest to qualifying four pairs, with Mayu Matsumoto/Wakana Nagahara securing the 11th spot. Meanwhile, reigning champions Chen Qingchen/Jia Yifan from China lead the Women’s Doubles qualifiers, followed closely by Christinna Pedersen/Kamilla Rytter Juhl from Denmark. China, Indonesia, and Korea are also well-represented in this category.
Mixed Doubles Excitement
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In Mixed Doubles, Malaysia has three representatives: Goh Soon Huat/Shevon Jemie Lai (No.7), Tan Kian Meng/Lai Pei Jing (No.11), and Chan Peng Soon/Cheah Yee See (No.17). The defending champions from Indonesia, Tontowi Ahmad/Liliyana Natsir, have secured the third spot. The pair previously known as Zheng Seiwei/Chen Qingchen, who reached the finals last year, have qualified in first place. The Mixed Doubles competition will undoubtedly provide thrilling moments.
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Conclusion
The TOTAL BWF World Championships is set to be a captivating event. With players like Kento Momota making a comeback and top-ranked contenders showcasing their skills, badminton enthusiasts are in for a treat. Stay tuned as we bring you the latest updates from the tournament.
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