Nguyễn Thùy Linh's Disappointment at Hylo Open 2024 Women's Singles Quarterfinals
Leon To
Sun Nov 03 2024
Vietnamese badminton star Nguyễn Thùy Linh faced a tough exit at the quarterfinals of the Hylo Open 2024. Despite high expectations as the top seed, she fell short of reaching the semifinals.
The Hylo Open 2024 proved to be challenging for top seeds in the women's singles category. Not only did Nguyễn Thùy Linh exit in the quarterfinals, but other seeded players also struggled. The tournament saw Line Christophersen, Malvika Bansod from India, Mia Blichfeldt, and Julie Dawall Jakobsen progress to the semifinals. The competition eliminated prominent players like Scotland's Kirsty Gilmour in the early rounds.
In a tense quarterfinal match against Malvika Bansod, Nguyễn Thùy Linh, ranked 31st globally, faced a formidable opponent in the 23-year-old Indian, ranked 34th. Despite a previous victory over Bansod, the match this time proved challenging. Bansod dominated early on, claiming a significant lead and eventually securing a 21-15 win in the first game. The second game saw a neck-and-neck battle until Bansod surged ahead with a crucial point streak, sealing the match with a 21-17 victory.
Nguyễn Thùy Linh's exit from the Hylo Open 2024 was a disappointment for the Vietnamese ace, but it serves as motivation for her to bounce back stronger at future tournaments. As she prepares to compete at the Korea Masters 2024, fans hope to see her showcase her skills and resilience on the court once again.