The HSBC BWF World Tour is back with a bang! Get ready for the action-packed CROWN GROUP Australian Open 2019, where top athletes from the TOTAL BWF Sudirman Cup 2019 will showcase their skills once again. In this article, we will focus on the big-name singles players who will be gracing the courts down under.
Women’s Singles
The reigning queen of women’s badminton, Chen Yufei, is scheduled to compete in Australia next week. Her stellar performance in Nanning has catapulted her to the number two spot in the world rankings, surpassing Nozomi Okuhara. Chen is seeded second in Australia and will face tough competition from the likes of Okuhara, Pusarla V. Sindhu, and Ratchanok Intanon, who are also part of the star-studded line-up.
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Okuhara, who shared singles duties with Akane Yamaguchi in Nanning, is expected to be fresh and ready to make her mark at the Australian Open. Pusarla had a relatively lighter week, playing only one singles match in their opening tie against Malaysia. Thailand’s Intanon showcased her skills by defeating teenage sensation An Se Young in their quarterfinal match against Korea. Another player to watch out for is Pornpawee Chochuwong from Thailand, who surprised Yamaguchi in their Group 1A encounter. The women’s singles draw promises thrilling matches that should not be missed!
Men’s Singles
Although some of the top seeds had a rough campaign in Nanning, the Australian Open is a chance for redemption. Anthony Sinisuka Ginting, the second seed in Australia, had a mixed performance in the Sudirman Cup but will be eager to bounce back. Jonatan Christie, the third seed, failed to replicate his recent success in the BARFOOT & THOMPSON New Zealand Open 2019. However, Chou Tien Chen from Chinese Taipei, the top seed in Sydney, had a fantastic week, winning all three of his singles matches.
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Japan’s Kenta Nishimoto had a disappointing outing in Nanning, but he has the opportunity to redeem himself as the fourth seed in Sydney. Lin Dan, the legendary player, is seeded eighth in Australia and aims to climb up the rankings. With Prannoy H. S as his opponent in round one, Lin Dan will have to bring his A-game to the court. The men’s singles draw promises thrilling matches that fans won’t want to miss!
FAQs
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When is the CROWN GROUP Australian Open 2019 taking place?
- The CROWN GROUP Australian Open 2019 will be held next week.
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Who are the top-seeded players in the women’s singles category?
- The top-seeded players in the women’s singles category include Chen Yufei, Nozomi Okuhara, Pusarla V. Sindhu, and Ratchanok Intanon.
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Which players had standout performances in the TOTAL BWF Sudirman Cup 2019?
- Chen Yufei, Pornpawee Chochuwong, and Chou Tien Chen were among the players who delivered impressive performances in the TOTAL BWF Sudirman Cup 2019.
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Who are the top-seeded players in the men’s singles category for the Australian Open?
- The top-seeded players in the men’s singles category for the Australian Open are Chou Tien Chen, Anthony Sinisuka Ginting, Jonatan Christie, and Kenta Nishimoto.
Conclusion
The CROWN GROUP Australian Open 2019 promises to be an exhilarating tournament, with top singles players from around the world showcasing their skills on the court. Chen Yufei, Nozomi Okuhara, Anthony Sinisuka Ginting, and Chou Tien Chen are just some of the talented athletes competing for glory. Don’t miss out on the thrilling matches and exciting showdowns at the Australian Open!
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