Hey sports fans, 👋 get ready for some adrenaline-pumping badminton action at the BWF China Open in Changzhou! Home favorite Shi Yuqi put on a masterclass in resilience, battling back from a game down against compatriot Li Shifeng. After dropping the first game 21-15, Shi roared back to level the match by winning the second game 21-15 and then sealed the victory with a decisive 21-11 win in the decider, earning his spot in the men's singles semifinals.
Next on the court, Chinese Taipei's Chou Tien-chen, fresh from stunning Thailand's World No. 1 Kunlavut Vitidsarn with scores of 21-17 and 21-11, is all set to challenge Shi. Expect sparks and fast-paced rallies in what promises to be a blockbuster clash!
On the women's side, China's second-seeded Wang Zhiyi cruised into the semifinals with a straight-sets win over Chinese Taipei's Chiu Pin-Chian. Securing the opener 21-16, Wang then delivered an impressive 10-point run in a thrilling second game to finish 21-11. She now gears up for a showdown with Japan's third-seeded Akane Yamaguchi.
Meanwhile, South Korea's Paris Olympics champion An Se-young displayed serious grit in a nail-biting contest against China's Tokyo Games winner Chen Yufei. Despite Chen staging a late rally, An edged out the contest with scores of 21-18 and 21-19. Up next, An will face China's fourth-seeded Han Yue, who powered past Indonesia's Gregoria Mariska Tunjung with scores of 21-19 and 21-18.
This round of the China Open is serving up incredible comebacks, thrilling rallies, and high-stakes drama that keep fans on the edge of their seats. Stay tuned for more action as these badminton stars light up the court! 🔥🏸
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China Open roundup: Shi Yuqi stages comeback to advance to semifinals
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