Source:REUTERS/IVAN ALVARADO
[Saba Sports News] The Li-Ning China Badminton Masters 2023 concluded
last week with a romantic proposal taking place during the men’s singles final.
The protagonist of this heartwarming moment was Xue Song, once hailed as the
third best Chinese player in men’s singles badminton. In a video that exposed publicly, Xue Song,
wearing a white jacket, walked to the center of the court after the match
ended. Holding a jewelry box in his right hand, he gazed lovingly at his
girlfriend and got down on one knee to express his love and propose. The
organizers cooperated by providing a microphone, allowing the audience to
witness their declaration of love. Overwhelmed by this unexpected romantic
gesture, his girlfriend was moved to tears and the couple shared a happy kiss.
After the successful proposal, Xue Song and his girlfriend formed a heart shape
with their hands in the spectator stands, interacting with the audience.
Xue Song had a promising future ahead of him but his career was
interrupted by injuries. In 2016, during the semifinals of the India Open, he
faced Kento Momota once again but had to withdraw from the match due to a
meniscus tear. Following that incident, Xue Song gradually faded from the
badminton scene and officially announced his retirement in 2021.