Odense (Denmark), October 19, 2026 (Yes Punjab News)
World No. 1 An Se-young of South Korea rallied from 5-11 down in the deciding game to defeat Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi 21-23, 21-14, 21-18 in the Denmark Open final on Sunday, claiming her 47th international title and becoming the most decorated women’s singles player in badminton history.
The 24-year-old South Korean star moved one title ahead of Indonesian legend Susi Susanti after prevailing in a 78-minute final. It was her ninth singles title of the season, taking her record this year to 61 wins and just one defeat.
“I want to make a lot of history and break records, but I focus on one match at a time,” An said. “That is my motivation.”
The historic achievement came under challenging circumstances. An slipped during the second game and said she was still assessing the impact of the incident after the match.
“I’m not feeling great. The court conditions were difficult, and I slipped. I will check my condition and talk to my trainer. After that, I will decide what to do,” the Korean told the Badminton World Federation (BWF) in an interview.
In the deciding game, playing on the slower side of the court helped restore her confidence as she mounted a remarkable comeback to secure the title.
Despite the physical discomfort, An was all smiles while discussing the support she receives in Denmark. She said the atmosphere and encouragement from local fans made her feel at home.
“Many people are proud of me, Danish fans included. That makes me so happy and makes me enjoy playing. I always feel at home in Denmark. I hope it stays that way,” she said.
In the mixed doubles final, China’s Jiang Zhenbang and Wei Yaxin defeated compatriots Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping 21-18, 8-21, 21-16 to win the title, ending Feng and Huang’s bid for a fourth consecutive Denmark Open crown.
France’s Alex Lanier made history by becoming the first Frenchman to win the men’s singles title at the tournament. He defeated Denmark’s home favourite Anders Antonsen 21-15, 13-21, 21-13 in the final.
Indonesia’s Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri dominated the men’s doubles final, routing Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik 21-8, 21-11.
In the women’s doubles final, Malaysia’s Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan defeated Japan’s Hinata Suzuki and Nao Yamakita 21-18, 21-11 to claim the title.
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