"Nguyễn Thùy Linh Dominates in 2024 National Mixed Team Badminton Tournament"
Leon To
Wed May 01 2024
In the midst of fierce competition, the 2024 National Mixed Team Badminton Tournament showcased thrilling matches and exceptional talent. Among the standout performances was Nguyễn Thùy Linh's stellar display, leading her team to victory in the battle for third place.
The tournament, held at the Thừa Thiên Huế Provincial Sports Complex from April 15th to 20th, saw intense matchups as teams vied for the prestigious Kamito Cup. Nguyễn Thùy Linh, the top-ranked female player in Vietnam, displayed her prowess by defeating Bùi Bích Phương and partnering with Nguyễn Hoàng Thiên Kim to secure a victory over the female duo of Vũ Thị Chinh and Lê Thu Huyền.
In the men's singles match, Trần Lê Mạnh An emerged victorious against Vũ Hải Đăng, showcasing his skill and determination on the court. Despite Hà Nội's best efforts, their lone win came from the men's pairing of Lương Tuấn Huy and Nguyễn Xuân Mạnh, who triumphed over their opponents to salvage a point for their team.
As the competition unfolded, Đồng Nai claimed the third spot in Group A after defeating Hà Nội 3-1. The teams from Ho Chi Minh City and Bắc Giang were set to battle for the Group A championship the following day, promising an exciting finale to the tournament.
In Group B, Lâm Đồng emerged victorious by edging out Đà Nẵng 3-2 in a closely contested match. Despite Đà Nẵng's strong performance, it was Lâm Đồng that ultimately secured the top spot with outstanding performances from Nguyễn Tất Duy Lợi, Nguyễn Vũ Ngọc Trân, and the duo of Nguyễn Đình Hoàng and Trần Đình Mạnh.
In a surprising turn of events, Đồng Tháp, who had struggled in earlier matches, staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the host team Thừa Thiên Huế 4-1 in the "reverse final." The victory showcased the team's resilience and determination, with standout performances from Trần Thị Thanh Hải, Lê Minh Duy, and the talented pairs of Phan Thanh Bình/Nguyễn Duy Linh and Phạm Thị Huyền Trân/Lê Thị Ngọc Hân.
The 2024 National Mixed Team Badminton Tournament provided fans with thrilling matches, stellar performances, and unexpected outcomes. Nguyễn Thùy Linh's exceptional play and Đồng Tháp's impressive comeback were among the highlights of the event, showcasing the depth of talent in Vietnam's badminton scene.