In a stunning turn of events at the All England Open Badminton Championships on Friday, two of the sport's top stars were ousted in the quarterfinals. Denmark's men's singles world No.1 and top seed, Viktor Axelsen, and China's Chen Yufei both faced unexpected defeats, reshuffling the tournament's competitive landscape.
Axelsen, a formidable champion in 2020 and 2022, fell to Indonesia's Anthony Sinisuka Ginting with scores of 8-21, 21-18, 21-19. The match showcased Ginting's agility and strategic play, leaving fans and pundits surprised by the early exit of the reigning world leader.
Similarly, Chen Yufei, a powerhouse in women's singles, was eliminated in the quarterfinals, marking a significant upset in the tournament. These unexpected outcomes set the stage for a dynamic and unpredictable finish to the All England Open, as emerging talents rise to the occasion and vie for the coveted titles.
The badminton community is abuzz with speculation on who will capitalize on these opportunities, making the remaining matches more thrilling than ever.
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World No.1 Axelsen, China's Chen crash out of All England Badminton
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