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Shocking Upset! China's Chen Takes Down World No. 1 An to Face Japan's Yamaguchi in Badminton Showdown

2025-08-30

Author: Li

In an electrifying match in Paris, reigning champion An Se-young faced a stunning defeat at the hands of China's Chen Yufei, the fourth seed. This unexpected twist propels Chen into the finals of the badminton world championships, showcasing her remarkable skills.

Chen's victory over the top-seeded South Korean was nothing short of impressive, as she claimed the match with scores of 21-15 and 21-17. With this win, she secures a highly anticipated final showdown against Japan’s own badminton star, Akane Yamaguchi.

The stage is set for an exhilarating clash on Sunday, as both players aim for the prestigious title. Can Chen pull off another surprise and dethrone the formidable Yamaguchi? Fans around the world are on the edge of their seats!