Hoon Thien How and Tan Wee Kiong, Malaysia’s second Men’s Doubles pair, delivered an electrifying performance at the BWF World Superseries Finals. They secured a stunning victory over All England champions, Liu Xiaolong and Qiu Zihan, in a thrilling Group A match. After losing the first game, Hoon and Tan showcased their tactical prowess and executed flawless shots to turn the tide in their favor, winning the match 18-21 21-15 21-13. The boisterous support from the home crowd fueled their determination and inspired them to raise their game at crucial moments.
In another Men’s Doubles Group A match, World champions Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan demonstrated their dominance by defeating the Korean pair of Sa Rang and Ki Jung with a score of 21-17 22-20. Although the Indonesians had a comfortable lead with four match points, the Koreans fought back, forcing the match into a thrilling finish.
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Moving on to the Mixed Doubles category, recent Hong Kong Open winners Chris and Gabrielle Adcock from England kept their semi-final hopes alive by outclassing the brother-sister duo of Markis Kido and Pia Zebadiah Bernadeth from Indonesia with a score of 21-10 21-18 in Group A. Olympic champions Zhang Nan and Zhao Yunlei faced a tough challenge from local hopefuls Chan Peng Soon and Goh Liu Ying. However, the Chinese duo showcased their skills and secured victory after a close battle.
In Women’s Singles Group B, Saina Nehwal faced a defeat against Olympic champion Li Xuerui with a score of 21-9 21-14. Nehwal admitted that 2013 had been a disappointing year for her, citing injuries and ill-health as reasons for her inconsistent performances. In another Group B match, Bae Yeon Ju from Korea displayed her prowess by overpowering Minatsu Mitani of Japan with a score of 21-10 21-18.
In Men’s Singles Group A, French Open champion Jan O Jorgensen showcased his dominance by defeating China’s Wang Zhengming with a score of 21-9 21-10. Jorgensen took an early lead of 11-3 and maintained control throughout the match.
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Women’s Doubles World champions Yu Yang and Wang Xiaoli continued their quest for a fourth-straight Superseries Finals title. They defeated Thailand’s Duanganong Aroonkesorn and Kunchala Voravichitchaikul with a score of 21-17 21-17 in Group B. The Chinese duo remains unbeaten with two wins in two matches and will face Denmark’s Christinna Pedersen and Kamilla Rytter Juhl in their final group fixture.
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FAQs
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What was the highlight of the BWF World Superseries Finals?
The highlight of the BWF World Superseries Finals was the exceptional performance by Malaysia’s second Men’s Doubles pair, Hoon Thien How and Tan Wee Kiong. They stunned the All England champions in a thrilling match and secured a path to the semi-finals. -
How did Hoon and Tan turn the match in their favor?
Hoon and Tan turned the match in their favor through smart tactics and flawless shot execution. They opted for flatter shots to prevent their opponents from unleashing their powerful smashes, gaining an advantage in the game. -
Who were the other notable winners in the tournament?
Other notable winners in the tournament include World champions Mohammad Ahsan and Hendra Setiawan in Men’s Doubles, Chris and Gabrielle Adcock in Mixed Doubles, Jan O Jorgensen in Men’s Singles, and Yu Yang and Wang Xiaoli in Women’s Doubles.
Conclusion
The BWF World Superseries Finals witnessed exceptional performances and intense battles on the badminton court. Players showcased their skills, tactics, and determination in their quest for victory. As the tournament progresses, the competition promises to become even more fierce and captivating. Stay tuned for more updates on the Carnegiecentre website!
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