At Jakarta's Istora Senayan, the women's doubles final of the Indonesia Open delivered heart-pounding action as Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning overcame Malaysia's Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan in three sets: 23-25, 21-12, 21-19.
Representing the Chinese mainland, Liu and Tan turned the tide after dropping the opening set, showcasing resilience with a 21-12 win in set two and forcing a decider that swung their way at 21-19. The duo combined powerful smashes with strategic rallies, drawing cheers from a global fanbase.
Tan said, "I felt a little tired so I tried not to get too excited and calm down, giving more chances to my partner to play," adding that Liu's improved confidence and court coverage were key to their comeback.
In women's singles, world No. 2 Wang Zhiyi also made headlines, claiming silver after a tough fight against Paris Olympic champion An Se-young of South Korea. After losing the first game 13-21, Wang bounced back 21-19 in the second before falling 15-21 in the decider.
The tournament underscores the rising competitiveness in women's badminton across Asia and beyond, as young athletes blend speed, stamina, and mental strength. With the Paris Olympics on the horizon, these matches offer a glimpse of fierce rivalries yet to come.
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China's Liu Shengshu, Tan Ning win women's doubles at Indonesia Open
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