Hong Kong Delegation Secures 6th Gold Medal at Asian Para Games
Zhu Wenjia Emerges Victorious in Fierce SH6 Badminton Men’s Singles Final
HANGZHOU – In a sensational display of talent and determination, the Hong Kong delegation clinched their 6th gold medal at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games. World number 1 player, Zhu Wenjia, engaged in a thrilling battle against Tokyo Paralympic gold medalist and Indian player Krishna NAGAR in the SH6 badminton men’s singles final today.
Despite facing a formidable opponent, Zhu Wenjia showcased unparalleled skills and emerged triumphant after a grueling contest that lasted three games. Securing victory with a score of 2:1 (21:10, 8:21, 21:11), he avenged his loss in the Tokyo Paralympic finals and successfully defended his gold medal.
Zhu Wenjia, who previously led the league, entered this year’s Asian Para Games as the reigning world champion. His unbeaten record in the group stage paved the way for a resounding success. In the quarter-finals, he defeated Chinese golfer Zeng Qingtao in straight sets.
Yesterday, Zhu Wenjia, partnering with teammate Wang Zhenyan, advanced to the top 4 for the second time in a row. Displaying sheer dominance, Zhu Wenjia effortlessly secured victory with a straight set score of 2:0. The stage was thus set for a rematch with Krishna NAGAR from India, replicating the intensity of the Tokyo Paralympic finals where Hong Kong narrowly missed out on gold, settling for silver.
The highly anticipated match between Zhu Wenjia and Krishna NAGAR, both the top-seeded players, witnessed an incredible display of drawing and attacking prowess. Though both players displayed some early jitters and committed several mistakes, Zhu Wenjia emerged as the stronger contender, capturing three consecutive wins after initially being deadlocked at 5-5.
With a lead of 11:6 at the technical timeout, Zhu Wenjia showcased unwavering control over the game, leaving Krishna NAGAR trailing significantly. Ultimately, he clinched victory with an impressive scoreline of 21:10.
The tables turned in the second game as the players switched sides. Zhu Wenjia found himself in a tough battle, trailing 1:6 at the start. Falling behind further to 2:11 midway, he failed to reverse the situation and succumbed to his opponent’s dominance with a score of 21:8.
Entering the decider, both players engaged in captivating offensive and defensive exchanges, keeping the scoreline tight. Zhu Wenjia, launching constant attacks, established a commanding lead of 11:6 at the halfway mark. Capitalizing on this advantage, he displayed unwavering bravery, widening the score gap and ultimately clinching victory at 21:11.
However, Zhu Wenjia’s quest for gold does not conclude here. Following a brief respite, he will join forces with Wang Zhenyan to take on China’s Lin Naili/Zeng Qingtao in the eagerly anticipated SH6 men’s doubles final, vying for the coveted “double champion” title.
The outstanding achievements of Hong Kong’s medal winners at this year’s Asian Para Games in Hangzhou will be rewarded through the esteemed “Outstanding Athlete Award Scheme” by the Jockey Club. Individual event winners will receive bonuses of HK$250,000, HK$125,000, and HK$62,500 for the top three positions, respectively. Additionally, the top three teams in team events will be awarded HKD 500,000, HKD 250,000, and HKD 125,000.
Photo: He Ziyuan
This article is an adaptation of “Sportsroad” publication titled “[Gemau Paralympaidd Asiaidd Hangzhou]Zhu Wenjia recounts Tokyo Paralympic defeat to defend badminton men’s singles gold medal.”
[Ymosodiad Uniongyrchol Titan Road Hangzhou]The Hong Kong delegation won the 6th gold medal! World number 1 Zhu Wenjia had a fierce battle against Tokyo Paralympic gold medalist and Indian player Krishna NAGAR in the SH6 badminton men’s singles final (short arm category) of the Hangzhou Asian Games today (27th) Player Hong lost Kong 2 after three games :1 (21:10, 8:21, 21:11) won, successfully avenging a loss in the Tokyo Paralympic finals and defending the gold medal. Zhu Wenjia will join Wang Zhenyan in the men’s doubles final later today to compete for the “double champion”.
Zhu Wenjia, the previous leader of the league, entered this year’s Asian Para Games as a world champion. He qualified in the group stage without losing a match. The top 8 defeated the Chinese golfer Zeng Qingtao in 2 games. Yesterday (26th), he and his teammate Wang Zhenyan joined the top 4 for the second time in a row. Zhu Wenjia had a huge advantage and easily passed in a straight set score of 2:0 This morning, he match with Krishna NAGAR from India. replica of the Tokyo Paralympic finals. At that time, Hong Kong won 1:2 (17:21, 21:21) 16, 17:21) narrowly lost and won the silver medal.
Zhu Wenjia and Krishna NAGAR, who appeared as the first seeds in this match, focused on drawing and attacking. Both sides were a bit tight in the early stage and made many mistakes. The score was second. winning 3 in a row after 5 draws. Gaining an advantage in points, the game reached a technical timeout at 11:6. Zhu Wenjia then took full control of the event, leaving Krishna NAGAR behind significantly and taking the lead in 21:10.
In the second game, the situation was reversed after the two golfers switched sides. Zhu Wenjia was stuck in a tough battle after trailing by 1:6. He trailed to 2:11 in in the middle of the game. After that, he failed to reverse the situation and was beaten by his opponent 21:8. Entering the decisive game, the two men exchanged offense and defense, and the score was tight. Zhu Wenjia took the lead of 11:6 at the half with a constant attack. After switching sides, it became more and more brave, expanding the score further cap, and finally closing 2 at 21:11. :1 win and won the singles gold medal for two consecutive years.
However, Zhu Wenjia’s journey to compete for gold is not over yet, he will return to action after a short break and join Wang Zhenyan to face China’s Lin Naili/Zeng Qingtao for the new SH6 men’s doubles gold medal this year.
Hong Kong medal winners at this year’s Asian Paralympic Games in Hangzhou will receive bonuses from the Jockey Club’s “Outstanding Athlete Award Scheme.” The top three in individual events will receive HK$250,000, HK$125,000 and HK$62,500 respectively, and the top three in team events will receive HKD 500,000, HKD 250,000 and HKD 125,000.
Photo: He Ziyuan
This article was originally published by “Sportsroad” in “[Gemau Paralympaidd Asiaidd Hangzhou]Zhu Wenjia recounts Tokyo Paralympic defeat to defend badminton men’s singles gold medal”
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