Paris: The reigning world champion, Kunlavut Vitidsarn, finally regained his form as he fiercely contested against Shi Yuqi in the men’s singles final of the 2024 French Open. However, Shi Yuqi remained calm and collected, ultimately securing victory, claiming his second title at this event and marking his second BWF World Tour title of 2024. Continue reading Shi Yuqi Wins, China Secures Three Titles at French Open
Category: 2024 French Open
Shi Yuqi to Play Kunlavut Vitidsarn In French Open Final
Paris: Shi Yuqi is set to face Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the final of the 2024 French Badminton Open, following the Chinese team’s successful advancement to the finals in men’s singles, women’s doubles, and mixed doubles. Continue reading Shi Yuqi to Play Kunlavut Vitidsarn In French Open Final
Women’s Singles “Big Four” to Meet in French Open Semis
Paris: The French Open women’s singles semi-finals is headlined by the return of the formidable “big four” of South Korea’s An Se-young, China’s Chen Yufei, Taiwan’s Tai Tzu-ying, and Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi, marking the 8th time that these four have reached the semi-finals since the beginning of the BWF world tour. This is simply unbelievable badminton excellence, and as WF broadcaster Gill Clark puts it on International Women’s Day, the achievements these players have showcased is a tremendous nod to the vibrant history, accomplishments, and achievements of these remarkable athletes, and is just a general showcase of how excellent women’s singles badminton has been. Continue reading Women’s Singles “Big Four” to Meet in French Open Semis
Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik Advance, Viktor Axelsen Exits French Open
Paris: The day of March 7th, 2024 for the YONEX French Open 2024 presented an exciting day full of victories and many surprises.
First, to get started on the doubles side of things, the World No. 5 Malaysian men’s doubles pair ofAaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik continued their strong showing at this tournament by edging out World No. 24 Lee Fang-Chih/Lee Fang-Jen of Taiwan in straight sets by scores of 21-16, 21-18. Continue reading Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik Advance, Viktor Axelsen Exits French Open
Lee Zii Jia, Pearly Tan/Thinaah Muralitharan Exit French Open
Paris: Lee Zii Jia, the 2021 All England champion, was defeated in a surprising upset by world no. 33 young Danish player Magnus Johannesen at the 2024 Yonex French Open on Wednesday Continue reading Lee Zii Jia, Pearly Tan/Thinaah Muralitharan Exit French Open
Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik, Man Wei Chong/Tee Kai Wun Shine At the French Open
Paris: The 2024 French Open, a badminton tournament serving as a test event for the upcoming Paris Olympics, kicked off on March 5th in Paris, France, amidst an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation. The tournament, categorized as a BWF Super 750 event, witnessed several thrilling matches and promising performances on the opening day. Continue reading Aaron Chia/Soh Wooi Yik, Man Wei Chong/Tee Kai Wun Shine At the French Open
Theft at Hotel Raises Security Concerns for Tai Tzu Ying and Taiwanese Badminton Team in French Open
Paris: The Taiwanese badminton team faced unsettling incidents during their recent participation in the 2024 France Open in Paris. Prior to the start of the tournament, Taiwanese coach Chen Hung-ling reported the theft of his luggage, and there were suspicions of unauthorized entry into other players’ rooms. Continue reading Theft at Hotel Raises Security Concerns for Tai Tzu Ying and Taiwanese Badminton Team in French Open