China's Badminton Queen Ends 27-Match Streak in Epic Showdown
Tokyo Olympics gold medalist Chen Yufei delivered a masterclass at the Singapore Open on Friday, defeating World No.1 An Se-young of South Korea 21-13, 21-16. The victory snapped An's 27-match winning streak – a jaw-dropper in the badminton world! 🎉
Game Breakdown: Precision vs Power
Chen dominated from the start with her signature razor-sharp smashes, racing to a 4-0 lead in the first game. Despite An's mid-match rally in the second set, the Chinese star's relentless attacks proved too much for the top seed. 'I kept adjusting my strategy – this win means everything,' Chen told reporters post-match.
What's Next?
The World No.5 now faces compatriot Han Yue in Saturday's semifinals. Meanwhile, China's mixed doubles duo Guo Xinwa/Chen Huifang advanced after a nail-biting 24-22 second-game thriller against Indonesia! 🔥
