China secured a stunning 1-2 finish in women's singles at the Badminton Asia Championships, with Chen Yufei and Han Yue advancing to Sunday's final. Chen dominated South Korea's Sim Yu-jin in straight games (21-11, 21-11), while Han edged out compatriot Gao Fangjie in a thrilling semifinal clash. 🏅
Men's Singles: Lu’s Gritty Comeback Steals the Show
In a marathon 78-minute match, Lu Guangzu overcame a first-game loss to defeat Li Shifeng (19-21, 21-10, 21-14). The 29-year-old credited his win to "minimizing unforced errors" during intense rallies. His next challenge? Thailand's world champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn. 🔥
Upsets and Surprises: Japanese Pair Stuns Defending Champs
Japan's Nami Matsuyama and Chiharu Shida shocked fans by defeating China's Chen Qingchen and Jia Yifan in women's doubles. Meanwhile, Malaysian duo Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik knocked out China's defending men's doubles champions, setting the stage for a nail-biting final against Chen Boyang and Liu Yi. 🎉
All Eyes on Mixed Doubles Final
Hong Kong’s Tang Chun Man and Tse Ying Suet (China’s Hong Kong SAR) will face Japan’s Hiroki Midorikawa and Natsu Saito for mixed doubles glory. Who’ll take home the gold? 🥇
