RMV Gurusaidutt Earns Spot in Thaihot China Open First Round After Intense Battle
RMV Gurusaidutt, an Indian badminton player, secured his place in the first round of the Thaihot China Open after a grueling match against China’s Zhu Siyuan. Despite facing three match points, Gurusaidutt’s experience helped him clinch a hard-fought victory with a score of 18-21, 21-19, 24-22. However, the win comes with a twist, as he is now set to face his compatriot K Srikanth in the first round.
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Gurusaidutt admitted that it would be an awkward encounter, considering they are good friends and have grown up together. However, he emphasized that as top-ranked players, they cannot avoid facing each other on the court. Gurusaidutt remains hopeful that he can secure a win and improve his head-to-head record against Srikanth.
The match against Zhu Siyuan proved to be a tough challenge for Gurusaidutt, who was making a comeback after an injury layoff. He struggled initially to adapt to the court conditions and the speed of the shuttle. Gurusaidutt attributed his success in the third game to his motivation and self-encouragement, especially in a quiet stadium.
Notably, Gurusaidutt was the only non-Chinese player to advance from the qualifying draw. Other qualifiers from China included Xue Song, Guo Kai, and Gao Huan. The Thaihot China Open is part of the MetLife BWF World Superseries calendar, leading up to the BWF Destination Dubai World Superseries Finals.
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In the Women’s Singles category, top seed Li Xuerui from China withdrew due to a knee injury, promoting her compatriot Suo Di to the main draw. All the qualifiers in this category were Chinese players. In Mixed Doubles, there were a couple of minor setbacks for the Chinese team, as Korean and Singaporean pairs emerged as victors. However, local pair Kang Jun and Luo Ying dominated their Japanese opponents.
Overall, the Thaihot China Open promises thrilling badminton matches and fierce competition among top players from around the world.
FAQs
Q: Who is RMV Gurusaidutt?
A: RMV Gurusaidutt is an Indian badminton player known for his skill and experience in the sport.
Q: Who will RMV Gurusaidutt face in the first round of the Thaihot China Open?
A: RMV Gurusaidutt will compete against his compatriot K Srikanth in the first round of the Thaihot China Open.
Q: How did RMV Gurusaidutt secure his place in the first round?
A: RMV Gurusaidutt fought hard in a contentious match against Zhu Siyuan, a promising young player from China. Despite facing three match points, Gurusaidutt’s experience helped him win the match and advance to the first round.
Summary
In a thrilling battle, RMV Gurusaidutt secured a spot in the first round of the Thaihot China Open after overcoming Zhu Siyuan from China in a three-game encounter. Though their friendship adds a touch of awkwardness, Gurusaidutt is determined to perform well against his compatriot K Srikanth in the upcoming round. The tournament also witnessed the withdrawal of top-seeded Li Xuerui due to a knee injury, allowing Suo Di to enter the main draw. With intense competition across various categories, the Thaihot China Open promises to showcase the skills and talent of top badminton players from around the world.
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