Paris 2024: Chen Meng Retains Gold, Hina Hayata Bags the Bronze
Written by I Dig Sports
Chen Meng is the back-to-back Womens Singles Champion
Chen Meng has successfully defended her Olympic womens singles title, defeating world number 1 Sun Yingsha in a thrilling final. The 2nd seed star emerged victorious with a 4-2 (4-11, 11-7, 11-4, 9-11, 11-9, 11-6) win, joining an elite group of players to win back-to-back Olympic gold medals in table tennis, following in the footsteps of Deng Yaping (1992, 1996) and Zhang Yining (2004, 2008). The match was a showcase of exceptional talent, with both players pushing each other to the limit. Sun Yingsha, despite the valiant effort, the gold medal continues to elude her.
Chen Meng Regains Lead
Chen Meng has regained the lead in the match, defeating Sun Yingsha 11-9 in the fifth game to move ahead 3-2. The defending champion is displaying her experience and determination, but Sun Yingsha remains a formidable opponent.
Sun Yingsha Levels It
Were having a see-saw of a match here in South Paris Arena. The top seed takes the fourth, 11-9 t0 level the match. Will we go all the way here in this gold medal match?
Chen Meng Fights Back to Take Lead
Chen Meng has responded emphatically, claiming the second and third games 11-7 and 11-4 respectively to take a 2-1 lead over Sun Yingsha. The defending champion is demonstrating her resilience and experience, putting pressure on the world number one.
Sun Yingsha Starts Strong
World number one Sun Yingsha has made a confident start to the gold medal match, claiming the first game 11-4 against Chen Meng. The Chinese star has displayed impressive power and precision, putting immediate pressure on the defending champion.
Gold Medal Match Takes Centre Stage
Theres no time for a breather, we still have one more match! Its the Gold Medal Match, and its a repeat of Tokyo 2020 with Chen Meng taking on Sun Yingsha. Will Sun Yingsha get her Grand Slam, or can Chen Meng retain her title?
Sun Yingsha enters the final as the world number one and reigning world champion. The Olympic champion in mixed doubles, she is seeking her first singles gold.
Chen Meng, the defending Olympic champion, is ranked fourth in the world. The experienced campaigner boasts a strong head-to-head record against Sun Yingsha, winning three of their previous four encounters in 2024. However, Sun Yingsha has emerged as the dominant force in recent times.
Hina Hayata is the Paris 2024 Olympic Games Womens Singles Bronze Medal Winner
Hina Hayata has secured the bronze medal for Japan in the womens singles event, defeating Shin Yubin 4-2 (9-11, 13-11, 12-10, 11-7, 10-12, 11-7). The Japanese star displayed resilience and determination, overcoming a strong start from Shin Yubin to claim victory. This marks the second consecutive Olympic Games with a Japanese player on the womens singles podium, following Mima Itos bronze medal in Tokyo 2020.
Shin Yubin Pulls One Back
Shin Yubin has reduced the deficit to 2-1 after claiming a closely contested fifth game 12-10. The Korean displayed impressive resilience, fighting her way back into the match against a determined Hina Hayata. Can Shin Yubin pull off a comeback or will the third seed, Hina seal the deal?
Hayata Fights Her Way Back, One Game Away from Bronze
Hina Hayata has responded strongly to take the second game 13-11, third game 12-10, and fourth game, 11-7, to take the lead against Shin Yubin. The Japanese star has adjusted her tactics, becoming more aggressive and targeting Shin Yubins backhand with greater precision.
Shin Yubin Takes First Game
Shin Yubin has claimed the opening game of the bronze medal match, defeating Hina Hayata 11-9. The South Korean dominated the early exchanges, forcing errors from the Japanese star. However, Hayata displayed resilience, extending the game to deuce before ultimately falling short. Both players will be looking to establish control in the second game.
Bronze Medal Match to kickoff day 8 at Paris 2024
The battle for the bronze medal in womens singles is set to ignite as Hina Hayata (JPN) faces off against Shin Yubin (KOR).
Hina Hayata enters the match as the higher-ranked player, currently sitting at World No. 5. The Japanese star is making her Olympic debut and has showcased impressive form throughout the tournament.
Shin Yubin, ranked World No. 8, has enjoyed a remarkable Olympic campaign, highlighted by her bronze medal win in the Mixed Doubles event. She is competing in her second Olympics, having made history as the youngest-ever table tennis representative for her Korea Republic at Tokyo 2020.
The head-to-head record heavily favours Hayata, with the Japanese player holding a 4-0 advantage over Shin Yubin. Their most recent encounter was a thrilling 4-3 victory for Hina Hayata in the Round of 16 at the ITTF World Cup 2024.
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