Nguyễn Thùy Linh and Lê Đức Phát Shine in Vietnam Open 2024 Quarterfinals
Leon To
Sat Sep 14 2024
The Vietnam Open 2024 badminton tournament witnessed a mix of surprises and stellar performances as Nguyễn Thùy Linh and Lê Đức Phát advanced to the quarterfinals, showcasing their resilience and skill on the global stage.
In a thrilling match, Nguyễn Thùy Linh faced tough competition from Luo Yu Wu of China, ranked 113th in the world. Despite a setback in game 2, Nguyễn Thùy Linh displayed her prowess by clinching a decisive victory in game 3 with unwavering focus, securing her spot in the quarterfinals with a score of 21-18. The Vietnamese badminton star once again proved her ability to stage remarkable comebacks on the international platform.
Meanwhile, Lê Đức Phát also made his mark by advancing to the men's singles quarterfinals after defeating Malaysia's Zhen Yi Ong, ranked 148th globally, with a dominant performance of 21-15, 21-13. With an impressive display of skill, Lê Đức Phát showcased resilience and strategic play to secure his quarterfinal berth in the Vietnam Open 2024.
However, the journey ended in the second round for Vũ Thị Trang and Nguyễn Đại Đăng. Vũ Thị Trang, wife of Nguyễn Tiến Minh, faced a tough loss against Japan's Asuka Takahashi, ranked 53rd in the world, with a score of 21-14, 21-16. Nguyễn Hải Đăng also bowed out to Japan's Shogo Ogawa with a score of 12-21, 14-21, concluding their campaign in the tournament.
As Nguyễn Thùy Linh and Lê Đức Phát advance to the quarterfinals of the Vietnam Open 2024, Vietnamese badminton fans have reasons to celebrate their resilience and determination in the face of formidable opponents. The stage is set for an exciting showdown in the upcoming matches, as these talented athletes continue to make their mark on the international badminton scene.