It was an eventful day at the Carolina Marín Sports Palace as several seeded players saw their journey in the Spain Masters 2021 come to an end in the second round. Among the highlights was Beatriz Corrales in women’s singles, who made headlines by stunning sixth seed Julie Dawall Jakobsen with a thrilling 18-21, 21-19, 21-13 victory. Corrales displayed remarkable stability throughout the match, maintaining her focus while Jakobsen struggled to keep up. After overcoming a series of injuries and a lack of tournaments, Corrales did just enough to secure the win.
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Corrales sent Denmark’s Jokobsen out.
“In the second game, she was leading and I wasn’t feeling confident. But I pulled my focus back, and she made a lot of mistakes in the third, so it became easier to win,” Corrales shared after her victory. It was a hard-fought battle for Jakobsen’s compatriot Line Christophersen as well, as she faced another home favorite, Clara Azurmendi. After an intense match, Christophersen emerged triumphant with a 21-12, 21-13 victory in just 25 minutes.
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“It was a tough first game, but I’m really happy to come through in straight games. The tactic was to play fast and put some pressure on my opponent,” a relieved Christophersen commented on her win. In men’s doubles, Indonesians Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin displayed their resilience as they defeated Fabien Delrue and William Villeger with a score of 21-19, 21-17. Despite a strong start from the French duo, Carnando and Marthin showcased their attacking and defensive skills in the second game, ultimately securing the victory.
“We carried the fight. It was a close match because the shuttles were slow,” Marthin admitted. Carnando added, “When the French pair were leading in the opening game, we stepped up our communication and remained calm.”
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Carnado insists communication and remaining calm were key to winning.
Proving that size doesn’t always determine the outcome, England’s Jessica Pugh and Jessica Hopton delivered an impressive performance as they outmaneuvered third seeds Kati-Kreet Marran and Helina RÜÜtel from Estonia with a score of 21-9, 12-21, 21-12.
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“We’re at a really good level and happy to beat the third seeds. It’s just so nice to be competing again,” Pugh shared her excitement. “We know on our day we can beat good pairs. We’re two little fast pocket rockets,” she added. Hopton emphasized their strong attacking play in the first game and their energy and aggression throughout the match.
FAQs
Q: Who were the standout players at Spain Masters 2021?
A: Beatriz Corrales, Line Christophersen, Leo Rolly Carnando, Daniel Marthin, Jessica Pugh, and Jessica Hopton delivered exceptional performances.
Q: Were there any surprising victories?
A: Yes, Beatriz Corrales defeating the sixth seed Julie Dawall Jakobsen was a notable upset.
Conclusion
The second round of the Spain Masters 2021 showcased an exciting display of skill and determination from the players. From unexpected victories to intense battles, the tournament continues to captivate badminton fans worldwide. Stay tuned for more updates on the thrilling matches and remarkable performances at the Spain Masters 2021.
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