World No. 9 Lin Gaoyuan kicked off the WTT Champions Incheon with a thrilling comeback, rallying from a first-game loss to defeat Denmark's Jonathan Groth 3-1. After dropping the opener 7-11, Lin flipped the script, claiming the next three games with clutch plays 🎯. His teammates Xiang Peng and Wang Yidi also cruised to victories, while Qian Tianyi fought hard to secure her spot in the next round.
Men's and Women's Singles Heat Up 🔥
Lin Gaoyuan's resilience stole the show, but Xiang Peng's clean sweep (11-6, 11-8, 16-14) against Egypt's Omar Assar showcased precision under pressure. On the women's side, top-seeded Wang Yidi dominated Cheng I-Ching of Chinese Taipei 3-0, while Qian Tianyi outplayed India's Manika Batra in four games. The lone stumble came when Xue Fei fell to Lin Yun-ju of Chinese Taipei in a tense four-game clash.
What's Next? 🌟
With four wins on Day 1, Chinese paddlers are already setting the tone for this high-stakes event. Fans are tuning in globally to see if Lin Gaoyuan and Wang Yidi can maintain their momentum. Stay locked for updates as the round of 16 unfolds! 📲
