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Kidambi Srikanth’s Swiss Open 2024 campaign concludes with semi-final defeat against Lin Chun-Yi

Kidambi Srikanth’s Swiss Open 2024 campaign concludes with semi-final defeat against Lin Chun-Yi

Kidambi Srikanth lost the match with a score of 21-15, 9-21, 18-21, after winning the first match

Kidambi Srikanth’s journey at the Swiss Open 2024 concluded with a defeat, falling narrowly to Lin Chun-Yi in the semifinals after a gripping battle lasting an hour and five minutes. Despite entering the match with optimism and the fervent support of the crowd, the former world No. 1 suffered a setback, losing 21-15, 9-21, 18-21.

Initially, Srikanth showcased his prowess with exquisite net play and aggressive shots, dominating the first game and claiming it convincingly at 21-15. However, the momentum shifted drastically in the subsequent game as errors crept into his game, allowing Lin Chun-Yi to seize control and clinch the game 9-21.

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The decider witnessed an intense exchange of rallies, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats. Despite Srikanth’s valiant efforts to rally back and take a slender lead, nerves got the better of him in crucial moments, resulting in decisive errors that enabled Lin Chun-Yi to emerge victorious with an 18-21 win in the final game.

India star Kidambi Srikanth's Swiss Open 2024 campaign concludes with a narrow semi-final defeat against Lin Chun-Yi

This semifinal loss marked a pivotal moment in Srikanth’s career, representing his first BWF semifinal appearance since 2022. While the Swiss Open 2024 brought both triumph and disappointment for Srikanth, it signalled a promising resurgence amidst the challenges of elite-level competition.

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