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World No.15 Aya Ohori has ended her dry spell on the HSBC BWF World Tour by claiming victory at the PRINCESS SIRIVANNAVARI Thailand Masters 2024. In an impressive come-from-behind performance, Ohori defeated Supanida Katethong, securing her first title since December 2018.

This win marks a significant milestone for Ohori, as it is her biggest title since the US Open 2017. The emotional victory was evident as Ohori fell to the floor after a hard-fought match that lasted 81 minutes.

In the men’s singles category, Chou Tien Chen made a remarkable comeback after a recent string of poor form. Ranked No.14 in the world, Chou had only won one match in his last five tournaments. However, he bounced back with a tough three-game victory over Loh Kean Yew.

Loh, ranked No.11 in the world, had hopes of claiming his first title in over two years. Unfortunately, his dreams were shattered as Chou put on a strong performance in the decisive third game.

Another thrilling highlight of the tournament was the women’s doubles final. Local pair Benyapa Aimsaard and Nuntakarn Aimsaard delighted home fans with a thrilling victory. They narrowly defeated the Chinese pair of Li Yi Jing and Luo Xu Min in a close match that went to three games.

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Thailand experienced some setbacks in two other finals. The teenaged men’s doubles duo of Peeratchai Sukphun and Pakkapon Teeraratsakul were outplayed by the more experienced pair of He Ji Ting and Ren Xiang Yu. Similarly, Supanida Katethong fell short against Aya Ohori in the women’s singles category.

To add to the excitement, Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai sealed a victorious end to the day for Thai fans with a straight-set win over second seeds Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei.

Overall, the PRINCESS SIRIVANNAVARI Thailand Masters 2024 was filled with intense matches and unexpected turnarounds. It showcased the talent and determination of the players, making it an event to remember in the BWF World Tour.

FAQs

Q: Who won the women’s singles title at the PRINCESS SIRIVANNAVARI Thailand Masters 2024?
A: Aya Ohori emerged as the champion in the women’s singles category, securing her first title since December 2018.

Q: How did Chou Tien Chen perform in the men’s singles category?
A: Chou Tien Chen made a comeback from a recent poor form, winning the men’s singles title in a tough three-game match against Loh Kean Yew.

Q: Which pair won the women’s doubles final?
A: Benyapa Aimsaard and Nuntakarn Aimsaard, the local duo, triumphed in the women’s doubles final, defeating Li Yi Jing and Luo Xu Min in a thrilling three-game match.

Summary

The PRINCESS SIRIVANNAVARI Thailand Masters 2024 witnessed intense battles and triumphant moments for the players. Aya Ohori claimed victory in the women’s singles category, ending her dry spell on the HSBC BWF World Tour. Chou Tien Chen made a remarkable comeback to secure the men’s singles title. Local pair Benyapa Aimsaard and Nuntakarn Aimsaard delighted fans with their thrilling victory in the women’s doubles final. Overall, the tournament showcased the skill and determination of the players, making it an unforgettable event for badminton enthusiasts. Visit Carnegiecentre.com for more exciting news from the world of badminton.

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