Thuy Linh saves dramatic match-point, enters Canada Open semi-finals

In the early morning of July 5, at the quarterfinals of the Canada Open Badminton Tournament, Vietnamese tennis player Nguyen Thuy Linh made a dramatic comeback against Wong Ling Ching, Malaysia.

Thuy Linh faced many difficulties but still won the right to enter the semi-finals of the Canada Open - Photo: BAC

On the world rankings, Thuy Linh is ranked 22nd, while her opponent is ranked 87th. The Vietnamese tennis player is 27 years old this year, while Wong Ling Ching is quite young, only 21 years old.

But entering the match, Thuy Linh encountered many difficulties. She encountered difficulties right from the first set, when Wong Ling Ching played confidently and quickly led 4-1. Thuy Linh even though she recovered to 4-4 but then made many mistakes.

The gap grew bigger and bigger, so even though the Vietnamese player tied the score at 17-17, it was not enough to create a surprise. Wong Ling Ching won 21-17 in set 1.

In set 2, fans witnessed a breathtaking chase. Every time Thuy Linh advanced, the opponent equalized.

At 10-10, the Vietnamese badminton hot girl made another mistake. Wong Ling Ching broke away to lead 14-10, 15-11 and seemed to be on the verge of winning with solid hits.

But Thuy Linh woke up in time to tie the game at 18-18. Wong Ling Ching was still close to victory when leading 20-18. At this point, Thuy Linh played brilliantly at the crucial moment, saving both match points and winning the second set 22-20.

Unable to take advantage of the opportunity, Wong Ling Ching almost collapsed in set 3 when her physical strength decreased. At this point, experience helped Thuy Linh control the match and win 21-15, thereby completing the arduous comeback after 1 hour and 6 minutes.

In the semi-finals, the Vietnamese tennis player's opponent is Amalie Schulz (Denmark, ranked 69th in the world).

DUC KHUE

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/thuy-linh-cuu-match-point-kich-tinh-vao-ban-ket-canada-open-20250705070839672.htm