World No. 1 Wang Chuqin of China kicked off the WTT Champions Frankfurt with an impressive 3-0 victory against Japan's Shunsuke Togami. 🏓💥 Held in Frankfurt, Germany on Monday, Wang showcased his top-tier skills right from the start.
Togami put up a fierce fight in the first game with his signature quick attacks, pushing the score to a thrilling 12-10. But Wang stayed cool under pressure, leveling the score at 9-9 before ultimately securing the game and taking the lead.
In the second game, Wang's sharp serves were on full display, leading to a swift 11-3 win. The final game was a nail-biter, with both players battling hard. Despite Togami’s relentless forehand attacks while trailing 14-13, Wang maintained his composure and clinched the game 16-14, sealing the 3-0 victory. Next up, Wang will face Sweden's Anton Kallberg in the round of 16.
Meanwhile, the women’s top seed, Wang Manyu of China, also made a strong statement by defeating Thailand’s Orawan Paranang with a score of 11-9, 11-5, 11-13, 11-6. 🌟
Wang controlled the match’s rhythm in the first two games, securing easy victories. Paranang ramped up her game in the third, forcing Wang into some tricky spots. However, Wang bounced back quickly, overcoming Paranang’s sharp plays to win the final game and advance to the last 16. Wang Manyu is set to meet South Korea's Joo Cheon-hui in the next round.
Stay tuned for more exciting matches and updates from the WTT Champions Frankfurt! 🎉
