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BWF World C’ships: An Se Young Beats Yamaguchi To Claim Women’s Singles Crown
An Se Young: An Se Young returned to the summit of women’s badminton with a statement victory, defeating defending champion Akane Yamaguchi 21-17, 21-14 to claim her second BWF World Championships title in New Delhi on Sunday.
The world No. 1 produced a composed display in a final played at relentless speed, absorbing Yamaguchi’s attacking bursts before taking control at crucial moments. The Japanese star, ranked No. 2, repeatedly threatened to turn the contest around, but An’s consistency and ability to finish points under pressure proved decisive.
The opening game remained finely balanced, with neither player able to establish a significant advantage. Yamaguchi moved 16-15 ahead after An had led 15-12, but the Olympic champion responded immediately. Four consecutive points, combining precise winners with errors from Yamaguchi, handed An the first game.
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