PARIS (TVBS News) — Taiwan badminton ace Tai Tzu-ying (戴資穎) triumphed over Belgian player Lianne Tan (譚蓮妮) on Sunday (July 28) in her first match at the Paris Olympics. Tai secured a straight-set victory, showcasing her resilience and adaptability on the court.
In the first game, Tai adapted to the court conditions, initially leading 5-1. Despite a challenging phase where Tan caught up to 7-7 and 8-8, Tai clinched the lead at 11-9. Tai maintained her lead but struggled to widen the gap, stabilizing only after scoring three consecutive points at 14-13, ultimately winning the first game.
In the second game, Tai found her rhythm by pulling ahead to 4-1 before Tan equalized at 7-7. The score remained tight at 10-10, but Tai led 11-10 by the midpoint. With the score at 13-12, Tai secured five consecutive points, sealing her straight-set victory.
Tai and Tan have faced each other twice in international competitions, with Tai holding a 2-0 advantage. This victory reinforces Tai’s dominance and sets a positive tone for her Olympic campaign.
