The world of badminton is eagerly awaiting the start of the Olympic games, where the best players in the sport will compete for glory. After a year-long delay, the action is finally set to unfold in the Musashino Forest Sport Plaza in Tokyo. With four new champions guaranteed and a host of contenders looking to make their mark, the tournament promises to be an exhilarating spectacle. Let’s take a closer look at what’s in store for each discipline.
Men’s singles
The men’s singles category features defending champion Chen Long, who is aiming to become only the second player in history to win back-to-back Olympic golds. He faces tough competition from top seed Kento Momota and other formidable players like Chou Tien-chen, Anders Antonsen, and Viktor Axelsen. With intense battles expected throughout the tournament, badminton fans are in for a treat.
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Women’s singles
With reigning champion Carolina Marin unable to defend her title due to injury, the women’s singles draw is wide open. PV Sindhu, who won silver in Rio, will be one of the main contenders. Other top-ranked players like Chen Yufei, Tai Tzu-ying, and Nozomi Okuhara will also be vying for the gold. Expect fierce competition and thrilling matches in this category.
Men’s doubles
In the men’s doubles, sixteen pairs will fight for a spot in the quarterfinals. Indonesian duo Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo, known as “The Minions,” are the top seeds and favorites to win the title. But they will face tough challenges from teams like Lee Yang/Wang Chi-lin, Hiroyuki Endo/Yuta Watanabe, and Mohammad Ahsan/Hendra Setiawan. The battles in this category are sure to be intense and closely contested.
Women’s doubles
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With the retirement of defending champions Misaki Matsutomo and Ayaka Takahashi, the women’s doubles competition is wide open. Japanese pairs dominate the top seeds, with Fukushima/Hirota and Matsumoto/Nagahara leading the way. However, they will face strong opposition from pairs like Chen Qingchen/Jia Yifan, Kim So-yeong/Kong Hee-yong, and Stoeva sisters from Bulgaria. Expect thrilling matches and surprises in this category.
Mixed doubles
China’s Zheng Siwei and Huang Yaqiong enter the mixed doubles competition as the top seeds and favorites. But they will face tough competition from pairs like Wang Yilyu/Huang Dongping, Dechapol Puavaranukroh/Sapsiree Taerattanachai, and Yuta Watanabe/Arisa Higashino. British pair Marcus Ellis/Lauren Smith will also be looking to make their mark. With skillful play and strategic partnerships, the mixed doubles matches are bound to be enthralling.
FAQs
Q: Who are the defending champions in badminton?
A: Chen Long from China is the defending champion in men’s singles, while Misaki Matsutomo and Ayaka Takahashi from Japan are the defending champions in women’s doubles.
Q: Who are the top contenders for the gold medal in men’s doubles?
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A: The top contenders for the gold medal in men’s doubles include Marcus Fernaldi Gideon/Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo from Indonesia, Lee Yang/Wang Chi-lin from Chinese Taipei, and Hiroyuki Endo/Yuta Watanabe from Japan.
Q: How many disciplines are there in badminton at the Olympics?
A: There are five disciplines in badminton at the Olympics: men’s singles, women’s singles, men’s doubles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles.
Summary
The badminton competition at the Olympics promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with top players from around the world vying for gold. Defending champions Chen Long and Misaki Matsutomo/Ayaka Takahashi will face tough challenges from a strong field of contenders. From intense battles in the men’s singles to wide-open competitions in the women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, badminton fans can expect captivating matches and unforgettable moments. Stay tuned for all the action and witness the display of skill, strategy, and athleticism that makes badminton one of the most exciting sports to watch.
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