Source: REUTERS/IVAN ALVARADO
[Saba Sports News] The 2023 Badminton World Tour Finals are set to
commence on December 13. In the initial two days of competition, Tai Tzu-Ying
from Chinese Taipei emerged victorious, defeating Indonesian player Gregoria
Mariska Tunjung and South Korean player Kim Gaeun, securing her place in the
women’s singles semifinals. Following her matches, Tai Tzu-Ying granted an
interview to the media, expressing her desire to visit West Lake. She mentioned
that despite participating in the Asian Games previously, she did not have the
opportunity to explore the renowned destination. Fascinated by its reputed
beauty, Tai Tzu-Ying hopes to seize the chance to visit West Lake this time.
When discussing her goals for the competition, Tai Tzu-Ying honestly stated
that she is still in the process of recovery and does not have a specific
objective in mind. She intends to avoid pushing herself excessively and simply
give her best effort. Currently ranked fourth in the Badminton World
Federation’s women’s singles rankings, Tai Tzu-Ying has the opportunity to
ascend to the third position if she successfully clinches the championship at
this year’s finals. As the finals also serve as a points competition for the
Paris Olympics, the champion will be awarded 12,000 points. Tai Tzu-Ying
possesses comprehensive skills and excels in various aspects of the game. Her
unconventional shot trajectories often bewilder her opponents, making it
challenging for them to adapt. By focusing on enhancing her stability, she stands
a chance of claiming the championship title.