Badminton fans were treated to a swift semi-final spectacle at the India Open, where An Se-young of South Korea dispatched Ratchanok Intanon of Thailand 21-9, 21-10, advancing to the women’s singles final in record time—32 minutes flat.
The world No. 1’s game plan was executed to perfection. Starting with aggressive serves, An controlled the shuttle’s trajectory, forcing Intanon into defensive lobs that she punished mercilessly. The first set evaporated in 14 minutes, leaving the Thai player shell-shocked.
Intanon rallied briefly in the second, narrowing the gap to three points, but An’s tactical shifts—mixing flat drives with high lifts—regained dominance. Her endurance, honed through rigorous training, shone through in the humid Delhi conditions.
Se-young’s semifinal triumph extends her winning streak to 12 matches across tournaments. ‘I’m thrilled with the performance and ready for the final challenge,’ she stated confidently.
With the championship decider looming, An prepares to face the survivor from the Han Yue vs. Line Hojmark Kjaersfeldt clash. This India Open edition has elevated global standards, and An Se-young stands tall as the beacon of excellence.