Tai Tzu Ying, the Women’s Singles top seed, faced another unexpected loss at the VICTOR China Open 2018, this time against local hopeful Gao Fangjie. Tai, who recently won the Asian Games, struggled with her movement and shot placement throughout the match. Gao took advantage of Tai’s errors and emerged victorious with a score of 21-17 21-16.
Tai Tzu Ying’s Struggles Continue
In her opening round match against Gao Fangjie, Tai Tzu Ying had a difficult time finding her rhythm. She frequently hit shots wide of the lines and struggled with her movement on the court. Despite showing some improvement in the second game, Tai could not maintain her lead and ultimately lost to Gao.
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Gao Fangjie’s Surprising Victory
Gao Fangjie, the 19-year-old Chinese player, was surprised by her own success against Tai Tzu Ying. She admitted that she did not expect to win, as she believed she did not play at her best. However, Gao capitalized on Tai’s unforced errors and lack of agility to secure the win. Gao’s aggressive approach paid off, and she emerged as the victor.
Close Call for Women’s Doubles Top Seeds
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The Women’s Doubles top seeds, Yuki Fukushima and Sayaka Hirota, faced a challenging match against Indonesia’s Anggia Shitta Awanda and Mahadewi Istirani Ni Ketut. The Japanese duo struggled to finish off the rallies and found themselves behind in the third game. However, they relied on their consistency and mental strength to turn the match around and win with a score of 21-16 14-21 26-24.
Nozomi Okuhara and Gregoria Mariska Tunjung Impress
Nozomi Okuhara, the eighth seed from Japan, showed no signs of fatigue despite playing in the Japan Open final just days before. She defeated Canada’s Michelle Li with ease, winning 21-12 21-13. In the same quarter, Gregoria Mariska Tunjung from Indonesia survived a thrilling three-game match against China’s Chen Xiaoxin. Both players displayed skill and determination, but Tunjung’s consistency gave her the edge, and she closed out the match with a smash to win 12-21 21-19 23-21.
Indonesian Success in Other Categories
Indonesia had a successful day at the VICTOR China Open across various categories. In Men’s Doubles, Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan defeated China’s Zhang Nan and Liu Cheng, both former World champions. Two other Indonesian pairs also advanced to the next round. Berry Angriawan and Hardianto Hardianto overcame sixth seeds Mads Conrad-Petersen and Mads Pieler Kolding from Denmark, while Ricky Karandasuwardi and Angga Pratama had a straightforward win against Japan’s Takuto Inoue and Yuki Kaneko.
Mixed Doubles and Men’s Singles Matches
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Ricky Karandasuwardi returned for the Mixed Doubles, teaming up with Debby Susanto to secure a victory over Malaysia’s Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Jemie Lai. In Men’s Singles, Lee Hyun Il continued to dominate young Dane Anders Antonsen, winning with a score of 18-21 21-19 21-18. Asian Games champion Jonatan Christie from Indonesia and Hong Kong’s Ng Ka Long also emerged victorious in their matches.
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FAQs
1. Will Tai Tzu Ying bounce back from her early-round losses?
It’s hard to say, but as the World No.1 and a highly skilled player, Tai Tzu Ying has the potential to make a comeback in future tournaments.
2. Who are the other contenders in the Women’s Singles category?
There are several strong players to watch out for in the Women’s Singles category, including Nozomi Okuhara, Gregoria Mariska Tunjung, and many others.
3. Are there any other notable performances from the VICTOR China Open?
Yes, there were many impressive performances throughout the tournament, with players from various countries showcasing their skills and determination on the court.
Conclusion
The VICTOR China Open 2018 has seen some surprising results and outstanding performances from players across different categories. The competition is fierce, and every match brings excitement and anticipation. Stay tuned for more updates as the tournament progresses.
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