Olympic gold medalist Chen Yufei delivered a nail-biting performance at the BWF World Championships in Paris, overcoming Denmark's Mia Blichfeldt 21-13, 16-21, 21-10 in a rollercoaster second-round clash! 🌍🔥
The Chinese star initially struggled against Blichfeldt's aggressive play, trailing 8-7 early. But like a true champion, Chen leveled up ⚡️ with a 5-point streak to dominate the first game. The second set saw momentum swings worthy of a Netflix sports drama 📺 – Chen fought back to 13-13 before Blichfeldt snatched the win.
Chen turned up the heat 🔥 in the decider, showcasing why she's World No. 4 with a commanding 21-10 finish. 'I need to stay focused even when leading,' she said post-match – a humble take from someone who's basically badminton's answer to Serena Williams. 🎾👑
Next up? A showdown with Vietnam's Nguyen Thuy Linh in the round of 16. Will Chen's smashes and drop shots secure her path to glory? Stay tuned! 🏆
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Chen beats Blichfeldt 2-1 to reach last 16 at BWF World Championships
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