BWF World C'Ships HIGHLIGHTS: Prannoy stuns Axelsen, reaches semis; Satwik-Chirag knocked out - Scores, Updates, Blog
HS Prannoy takes the court
HS Prannoy takes on top seed and defending champion Viktor Axelsen.
Axelsen to serve.
HS Prannoy in action
HS Prannoy, the lone Indian who remains in contention, faces world no. 1 Viktor Axelsen in the quarterfinals.
Satwik-Chirag knocked out
Astrup-Rasmussen beats second-seed Satwik-Chirag 21-18, 21-19. The Danes ensure themselves a medal at the BWF World Championships. The local heroes make an animated celebration as the fans cheer them.
Heartbreak for Satwik-Chirag. A lost chance for them. They were the better-ranked pair and in form. They will have to return home empty-handed.
Game 2: Match point opportunity for the Danes
The Danes are now two points from winning the match. They have a 19-17 lead. A nerve-wracking game. Satwik-Chirag makes it 18-19.
But Satwik goes wide. Match point opportunity for the Danes.
Game 2: Astrup targets Satwik's right shoulder again
Astrup is coming up with an accurate placement as he targets Satwik's right shoulder and earns 18-16 lead in the second game.
Game 2: Satwik-Chirag draws level
Satwik-Chirag wins two back-to-back points to draw level at 15-15.
Astrup replies with a top spin to retain a 16-15 lead.
Game 2: Astrup-Rasmussen retains lead
Satwik's return goes wide. The Dane targetted his right shoulder. He couldn't find an angle. It is 15-13 lead for Astrup-Rasmussen.
Game 2: Indians reduce the gap
Good defence by Satwik. The Indians reduce the margin to 13-14 in the second game. They won three quick points.
Game 2: Satwik's return finds the net
Satwik's return finds the net. The Danes take a 14-10 lead in the second game.
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