Thursday, 21 Nov 2024

Hirota, Chochuwong, Yamaguchi, Ahsan, and Setiawan Set to Return to YONEX All England 2024

Former world No.1 Sayaka Hirota, along with other badminton stars, is set to make a comeback at the YONEX All England 2024 tournament after being absent from the circuit due to injuries. This news has created a wave of excitement among badminton enthusiasts eagerly awaiting their return.

Hirota and Fukushima Ready to Take on the Challenge

Sayaka Hirota’s last match was the semifinals of the Syed Modi International in December 2023, where she suffered a left knee injury. Despite the setback, Hirota, who previously won the All England in 2020 alongside Yuki Fukushima, is determined to showcase her skills once again. The pair will face Maiken Fruergaard and Sara Thygesen in the opening round, as fans eagerly anticipate their performance.

Chochuwong in competition with Katethong for a spot in Paris.

Chochuwong’s Comeback Bid

Another notable player returning to the stage is Pornpawee Chochuwong. Despite facing injury troubles, Chochuwong showed promise at the HYLO Open, finishing the season with a semifinals placing. However, a decline in her ranking to No.16 and Supanida Katethong overtaking her in the Race to Paris has motivated Chochuwong to make a strong comeback during the European leg of the tour.

Yamaguchi’s Return to Winning Form

Two-time world champion Akane Yamaguchi, who took a break from badminton due to injury, is ready to compete at the YONEX All England 2024. Although she played cautiously in her previous events while recovering, Yamaguchi emerged triumphant at the tournament in 2022. She will face Zhang Yi Man, whom she lost to in the quarterfinals of the Malaysia Open last month, setting the stage for an exciting clash.

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Ahsan and Setiawan tend to do well at the All England.

The Anticipation Surrounding the ‘Daddies’

Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan, affectionately known as the ‘Daddies,’ are set to make their return after a prolonged absence from the court. While they retired in the second round of the Malaysia Open, the duo has historically performed exceptionally well at the All England, securing the runners-up position last year. Badminton fans eagerly await their opening match against the in-form Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, as the ‘Daddies’ seek to regain their dominance.

Exciting Matches and Reunions

Mathias Christiansen, who had been on a break due to an overuse condition called jumper’s knee, is also making a comeback along with Alexandra Bøje. The Danish duo’s last international event was the LI-NING China Masters 2023, and they are set to face Hiroki Midorikawa and Natsu Saito in the top quarter. Additionally, two-time champion Viktor Axelsen aims to redeem himself after an early exit in the previous year’s tournament. This time, he will go up against Kidambi Srikanth in his first assignment. Chen Qing Chen and Jia Yi Fan, the current women’s doubles No.1 pair, are also returning to the All England, ready to defend their title against Hsu Ya Ching and Lin Wan Ching.

FAQs

Q: Who are the notable players returning to the YONEX All England 2024 tournament?

A: Some of the notable players making a comeback are Sayaka Hirota, Pornpawee Chochuwong, Akane Yamaguchi, Mohammad Ahsan, and Hendra Setiawan.

Q: Who will Sayaka Hirota and Yuki Fukushima face in the opening round?

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A: Sayaka Hirota and Yuki Fukushima will face Maiken Fruergaard and Sara Thygesen in the opening round.

Q: Who will Akane Yamaguchi face in her first match at the YONEX All England 2024 tournament?

A: Akane Yamaguchi will face Zhang Yi Man, whom she lost to in the quarterfinals of the Malaysia Open last month.

Q: Who will Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan compete against in their opening match?

A: Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan will face the in-form duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty in their opening bout.

Conclusion

The YONEX All England 2024 tournament holds great promise with the return of Sayaka Hirota, Pornpawee Chochuwong, Akane Yamaguchi, Mohammad Ahsan, and Hendra Setiawan. Badminton enthusiasts eagerly await their performances and anticipate thrilling matches throughout the tournament. Stay tuned for more updates and exciting moments from the world of badminton!

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