Shi Yu Qi Triumphs at SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2022
Shi Yu Qi, the Chinese badminton star, concluded his World Tour season on a high note with his second title victory in four events at the SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2022. After a 10-month break, Shi returned to competitive badminton in August and has been making waves since. He previously won the Denmark Open last month and, despite early exits in the French Open and the HYLO Open, he managed to storm past his compatriot Lu Guang Zu in the final with a thrilling 19-21, 21-18, 21-5 victory.
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Shi expressed his exhaustion after the match but emphasized the importance of the process leading up to his win. He admitted that in the first two games, he felt the residual fatigue from yesterday’s game, but in the third game, he experienced a surge in energy and improved footwork, which ultimately contributed to his victory.
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Lu Guang Zu, the runner-up, acknowledged fatigue as a factor in his defeat. He reflected on his earlier victory in the tournament back in 2018 and expressed determination to continue fighting. Despite feeling fatigued and experiencing tightness in the third game, Lu Guang Zu commended Shi Yu Qi’s relentless attack and admitted that his mistakes cost him the match.
China had a memorable day overall, securing three titles. In the men’s doubles, Liu Yu Chen and Ou Xuan Yi overcame a strong challenge from Malaysia’s Ong Yew Sin and Teo Ee Yi, winning 21-16, 22-20. This victory marked their first title since their triumph at the Indonesia Open in June.
Liu and Ou faced formidable opponents on their path to the final, defeating Choi Sol Gyu and Kim Won Ho in the second round, Olympic champions Lee Yang and Wang Chi-Lin in the quarterfinals, and Lee Jhe-Huei and Yang Po-Hsuan in a thrilling semifinal match.
In the women’s doubles, Zhang Shu Xian and Zheng Yu emerged victorious over Thailand’s Benyapa Aimsaard and Nuntakarn Aimsaard, winning 21-19, 21-13. Zhang Shu Xian highlighted their breakthrough achievement, mentioning that it had been a while since they reached a final. They adopted different approaches and embraced a change in their mindset, which paid off in this game.
Korea also had reasons to celebrate, clinching two titles. Seo Seung Jae and Chae Yu Jung, who have had a relatively quiet year, emerged victorious in the mixed doubles, their first title since the German Open in March 2019. They defeated their compatriots Kim Won Ho and Jeong Na Eun with a convincing 21-9, 21-17 scoreline.
The second title for Korea came through An Se Young in the women’s singles category. After skipping the European leg, An Se Young returned to competition and demonstrated her prowess by easily defeating Indonesia’s Gregoria Mariska Tunjung with a 21-17, 21-9 victory.
FAQs
Q: How many titles has Shi Yu Qi won this season?
A: Shi Yu Qi has secured two titles this season, including the SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2022 and the Denmark Open.
Q: Who were the winners of the men’s doubles event?
A: Liu Yu Chen and Ou Xuan Yi emerged as the winners of the men’s doubles event at the SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2022.
Q: What titles did Korea win in this tournament?
A: Korea triumphed in the mixed doubles category with Seo Seung Jae and Chae Yu Jung clinching the title, and also in the women’s singles with An Se Young emerging victorious.
Conclusion
The SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2022 provided thrilling badminton action, with Shi Yu Qi securing his second title victory of the season. China showcased their dominance by claiming three titles, while Korea celebrated victories in both the mixed doubles and women’s singles events. The tournament showcased the exceptional talent and determination of these top badminton players, leaving fans eagerly anticipating future competitions.
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