Two outstanding singles players, often overshadowed by their more famed counterparts, have emerged victorious at the Singapore Badminton Open 2018, boosting their morale and setting the stage for a promising future. Men’s champion, Chou Tien Chen, and women’s winner, Sayaka Takahashi, displayed their prowess in contrasting styles, securing straight game wins to bask in the glory that they believe will ignite their future success.
Chou, set to compete for the World Championship title in Nanjing, China next week, hopes that his recent triumph will fuel his motivation. The 28-year-old dominated the court with a well-paced performance, defeating his Chinese Taipei teammate, Hsu Jen Hao, with a decisive score of 21-13, 21-13 at Singapore Indoor Stadium. Reflecting on his victory, Chou expressed, “This will give me a lot of confidence for the World Championships. It has been four years since I last won a major Tour title, so this breakthrough is significant. I believe in my continuous improvement and my ability to secure more titles.”
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Meanwhile, Takahashi, who will celebrate her 26th birthday next Sunday, gifted herself an early present by clinching her third title of the year in four finals, becoming the first Japanese woman to triumph in Singapore. The fifth seed fought valiantly, saving four game points in a tense opener and then surging ahead at 9-9 in the second game to defeat Gao Fangjie of China with a final score of 25-23, 21-14 in a thrilling 47-minute match.
Takahashi, the younger sister of Japan’s Olympic gold medalist Ayaka Takahashi, revealed her journey of resilience, recounting a time when she contemplated quitting badminton due to injury. However, her sister’s accomplishment in Women’s Doubles at the Rio 2016 Olympics and the encouragement she received from Ayaka inspired her to persist. “My sister said, ‘Let’s play badminton together, and let’s win together.’ That comment changed me. If she hadn’t said that, I don’t think I would be here,” shared the triumphant athlete, who also achieved success in New Zealand and Switzerland this season.
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FAQs
Q: How did Chou Tien Chen’s victory at the Singapore Badminton Open 2018 boost his confidence?
A: Chou Tien Chen believes that his recent win at the Singapore Badminton Open will provide him with a significant confidence boost for the upcoming World Championships. He regards it as a breakthrough since his last major Tour title win in 2014, fostering a strong belief in his continuous improvement and potential to secure more titles.
Q: How did Sayaka Takahashi overcome adversity to emerge as the women’s champion at the Singapore Badminton Open?
A: Sayaka Takahashi showcased her resilience by overcoming injury and considering quitting badminton. Inspired by her sister Ayaka Takahashi’s success in Women’s Doubles at the Rio 2016 Olympics, as well as Ayaka’s encouragement, Sayaka found the determination to persevere. Her triumph at the Singapore Badminton Open marks her third title win of the year, and she is the first Japanese woman to achieve this feat in Singapore.
Summary
In a thrilling display of skill and tenacity, Chou Tien Chen and Sayaka Takahashi emerged as the champions at the Singapore Badminton Open 2018. Chou’s victory infuses him with confidence as he prepares to compete for the World Championship title in China. Takahashi’s triumph not only celebrates her third title win this year but also highlights her resilience in the face of adversity. Inspired by her sister’s success, Takahashi overcame injury and found the motivation to continue her badminton journey. These victories serve as a testament to the athletes’ dedication and ambition, inspiring them to aim for even greater accomplishments in the future.
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