Singles Champions: Chen Yu Fei and Shi Yu Qi
Doubles Champions: Liang Wei Keng & Wang Chang, Jiang Zhen Bang & Wei Ya Xin
Women's Doubles Runners-up: Chen Qing Chen & Jia Yi Fan
The KAPAL API Indonesia Open 2024, held in Jakarta, Indonesia from June 4th to June 9th, showcased some of the world’s finest badminton talents. The tournament witnessed intense competition across various categories, with Chinese players emerging dominant in four out of five categories. In the Men’s Singles, Shi Yu Qi claimed victory in a thrilling final against Anders Antonsen, while Chen Yu Fei secured the Women’s Singles title by defeating An Se Young. The Men’s Doubles title went to the Chinese pair Liang Wei Keng & Wang Chang, while Baek Ha Na & Lee So Hee of Korea triumphed in the Women’s Doubles. In the Mixed Doubles category, Jiang Zhen Bang & Wei Ya Xin of China emerged victorious. The tournament featured remarkable performances and unexpected outcomes, captivating badminton fans worldwide.
Men's Singles
Champion:
Shi Yu Qi (BWF 2) – China
Runner-up:
Anders Antonsen (BWF 4) – Denmark
Key Matches:
Final: Shi Yu Qi defeats Anders Antonsen – Score: 9-21, 21-12, 14-21. Shi Yu Qi staged a remarkable comeback to clinch the title after losing the first game.
Semi-Final: Anders Antonsen defeats Kunlavut Vitidsarn – Score: 21-16, 21-17. Antonsen showcased his skill and resilience, overcoming the Thai shuttler to reach the final.
Semi-Final: Shi Yu Qi defeats Li Shi Feng – Score: 19-21, 21-19, 21-14. In a gripping all-Chinese semi-final, Shi Yu Qi fought back from a game down to secure his place in the final.
Quarter-Final: Anders Antonsen defeats Lakshya Sen – Score: 21-9, 21-15. Antonsen displayed dominance against the young Indian player, securing a straight-game victory.
Women's Singles
Champion:
Chen Yu Fei (BWF 2) – China
Runner-up:
An Se Young (BWF 1) – South Korea
Key Matches:
Final: Chen Yu Fei defeats An Se Young – Score: 21-14, 14-21, 21-18. Chen Yu Fei showcased her skill and determination, overcoming the world number one in a closely contested final.
Semi-Final: An Se Young defeats Wang Zhi Yi – Score: 23-21, 21-13. An Se Young displayed her prowess, securing a convincing victory over the Chinese shuttler to advance to the final.
Semi-Final: Chen Yu Fei defeats Carolina Marin – Score: 21-11, 14-21, 21-13. Chen Yu Fei’s tactical play proved too much for the Spanish player, as she secured her spot in the final.
Men's Doubles
Champion:
Liang Wei Keng & Wang Chang (China)
Runner-up:
Man Wei Chong & Kai Wun Tee (Malyasia)
Key Matches:
Final Match: Liang Wei Keng & Wang Chang defeat Man Wei Chong & Kai Wun Tee – Score: 19-21, 21-16, 21-12
Semi-Final 1: Man Wei Chong & Kai Wun Tee beat Sabar Karyaman Gutama & Moh Reza Pahlevi Isfahani (Indonesia) – Score: 29-27, 21-13
Semi-Final 2: Liang Wei Keng & Wang Chang beat Kim Astrup & Anders Skaarup RASMUSSEN – Score 21-13, 21-15.Â
Notable Performances and Absences:
Defending Champions: Satwik-Chirag did not participate in the tournament.
Runners-Up: Aaron Chia & Soh Wooi Yik exited in the second round, losing to Lu Ching Yao & Yang Po Han – Score: 21-16, 21-14.
Last Year’s Semi-Finalists: Kang Min Hyuk & SEO Seung Jae also exited in the first round, losing to Man Wei Chong & Kai Wun Tee.
Women's Doubles
Champion:
Baek Ha Na & Lee Seung Hee (South Korea)
Runner-up:
Chen Qing Chen & Jia Yi Fan (China)
Key Matches:
Final Match: Baek Ha Na & Lee So Hee (Korea) beat Chen Qing Chen & Jia Yi Fan (China) – Score: 21-17, 21-13
Semi-Final 1: Chen Qing Chen & Jia Yi Fan beat Mayu Matsumoto & Wakana Nagahara (Japan) – Score: 21-10, 15-21, 21-17
Semi-Final 2: Baek Ha Na & Lee So Hee beat Liu Sheng Shu & Tan Ning – Score: 21-11, 21-14
Mixed Doubles
Champion:
Jiang Zhen Bang(5) & Wei Ya Xin (China
Runner-up:
Zheng Si Wei(1) & Huang Ya Qiong (China)
Key Matches:
Final Match: Jiang Zhen Bang(5) & Wei Ya Xin (China) beat Zheng Si Wei(1) & Huang Ya Qiong (China) – Score: 21-11, 21-14
Semi-Final 1: Zheng Si Wei(1) & Huang Ya Qiong beat Dechapol Puavaranukroh & Sapsiree Taerattanchai – Score: 21-19, 21-19
Semi-Final 2: Jiang Zhen Bang(5) & Wei Ya Xin beat Tan Kian Meng & Lai Pei Jing (Malaysia)
The KAPAL API Indonesia Open 2024 has come to an exhilarating close, showcasing exceptional talent and fierce competition. Chinese players dominated, winning four out of five categories. Congratulations to all the winners and appreciation to Jakarta, Indonesia, for hosting this outstanding event. Until next time, keep smashing!