Danish Badminton Players Secure Semifinal Spots at European Championships in Horsens
Horsens, Denmark – Danish badminton players showcased thier skills on day four of the European Championships, securing several victories in both singles and doubles competitions. Five out of nine matches featuring Danish athletes resulted in wins, including two all-Danish clashes.
Kjær and Søgaard Dominate Men’s Doubles Quarterfinal
Rasmus Kjær and Frederik Søgaard delivered a commanding performance in their men’s doubles quarterfinal, defeating French duo Mael Cattoen and Lucas Renoir with a score of 21-10, 21-10. The Danes asserted their dominance from the very beginning, controlling the game and preventing their opponents from gaining momentum. The match lasted just thirty minutes.
“I feel like we dominated the entire court,” Søgaard said. “It starts right from the serve. we managed to dictate the terms and make it challenging for them. they wanted to fight and attack a lot of the shots,but we managed to neutralize that.”
Thygesen and jille Claim Bronze as Partnership Concludes
In women’s doubles,Debora Jille and Sara Thygesen faced a tough challenge against the Stoeva sisters,Gabriela and Stefani.Despite their best efforts, they were defeated 14-21, 10-21. This match marked the end of Thygesen and Jille’s partnership and the conclusion of Sara Thygesen’s impressive career. They exit with a bronze medal.
“They are so solid,” Jille said of their opponents. “Even when we play at a really high level,they keep returning the shuttlecock with really good quality. It’s so frustrating not to score a point when you feel like you deserve to win the point. They are just super solid.”
Thygesen expressed her joy and relief at finishing her career with a European Championships medal: “It’s incredibly great.I didn’t sleep so well last night. I had a bit of adrenaline yesterday, and I think I was just happy and relieved and proud. There were a lot of emotions at play at once, so I had a hard time finding peace. but I’m just super happy that we’re ending with this medal.”
Danish Badminton Duo Advances to European Championship Final
Horsens, Denmark – Natasja anthonisen and Maiken Fruergaard secured their spot in the European Championship final with a hard-fought victory, ensuring Danish representation in the ultimate showdown.
Anthonisen/fruergaard Overcome French opponents in Three Sets
the Danish pair, seeded sixth, battled Margot Lambert and Camille Pognante through three sets, ultimately winning 21-17, 17-21, 21-12. Lambert, a former European champion with Anne Tran, and Pognante proved to be formidable opponents, having previously defeated the second-seeded team of Buhrova/Kantemyr.
“I think we got off to a good start. We managed to secure the first set well,” Fruergaard said. “Then it got a bit difficult in the middle. But we also expected them to come back with something more, and they did. But we must also take our hats off to them when they go in and take up the fight. But we had also agreed on that beforehand. That we had to accept it. And then we worked our way back in the third set.”
Home Crowd Fuels the Victory
The electric atmosphere at Forum Horsens, packed with supportive danish fans, played a crucial role in the victory. “It’s always great when there is some energy that you can get a little for free from the hall,” Fruergaard noted. “It helps with the atmosphere, especially when it gets difficult. Sometimes it can also seem a bit negative,but today I think we used it in the right way. At least in the third set, we used it as extra energy instead of letting it feel like expectations or pressure.”
Vestergaard/busch Fall Short Against defending Champions
Mads Vestergaard and Christine Busch faced the reigning European champions, Thom Gicquel and Delphine Delrue, in their semi-final match. Despite a strong showing, the Danish duo lost in two close sets, 17-21, 18-21.
Danish Badminton Players Face Mixed Results at European Championships
Horsens, Denmark – Danish badminton players experienced both triumphs and setbacks at the European Championships, with quarterfinal matches delivering intense competition and unexpected outcomes.
Kjærsfeldt Claims Victory in All-Danish Showdown
In a highly anticipated rematch of the VICTOR Denmark Open final, Line Kjærsfeldt (seeded 1st) battled Line Christophersen (seeded 5th) in a nerve-wracking quarterfinal clash. Kjærsfeldt secured the victory after three tightly contested sets,22-20,18-21,21-17.
“I am really happy. It’s a bit of a relief. It was a bit messy in there today from both sides, I dare to say.Not the best game, but that’s how it is, and I am standing here with the victory, so I am really, really happy,” kjærsfeldt said after the match, acknowledging the tense atmosphere and the relief of securing the win.
Upset in Men’s Doubles: Lundgaard/Vestergaard Oust Top Seeds
Daniel Lundgaard and Mads Vestergaard (seeded 6th) delivered a stunning upset in the men’s doubles quarterfinal, defeating the defending European champions and top-seeded kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup. Lundgaard and Vestergaard dominated in two sets, 21-13, 21-15, showcasing exceptional play, notably in serve situations, to secure their place in the next round.
Dawall Advances with Straight-Set Victory
Julie Dawall (seeded 4th), a bronze medalist from last year’s European Championships, continued her quest for another medal with a confident performance against Turkey’s Ozge Bayrak. Dawall defeated Bayrak, who had previously upset Buhrova of Ukraine, in straight sets, 21-15, 21-16. Dawall showcased solid and stylish play, managing the pressure of being the favorite to secure a decisive win.
Johannesen’s Run Ends in Quarterfinals
Magnus Johannesen faced Christo Popov in the quarterfinals, but his struggles against the French player continued.Despite a strong effort,Johannesen was defeated in two sets,21-14,21-14,marking the end of his campaign at the European Championships.
Denmark Dominates at Badminton European Championships, Securing Finals Spot
Horsens, Denmark – Denmark is making a strong statement at the Badminton European Championships, with several teams advancing to the final rounds in front of a home crowd. The championships, held in Forum Horsens from April 8-13, are a key event leading up to next year’s Thomas & uber Cup, also to be held in the same arena.
Vestergaard Victorious in Women’s Singles
In women’s singles, Line Christophersen secured her place in the next round with a decisive victory against Balduf. Christophersen consistently set up Vestergaard to win the points, resulting in a agreeable 21-13, 21-15 win.
Toft and Magelund Advance to Mixed Doubles Final
Jesper Toft and Amalie Magelund have advanced to the mixed doubles final after a dominant performance against Julien Maio and Lea Palermo of France. The Danish pair secured the win in straight sets, 21-14, 21-13, after 34 minutes of play. The French team, seeded eighth, had previously won a tough three-set match against Dunn and Macpherson of Scotland, potentially impacting their performance against the home favorites.
Broadcast Data
TV2 will be broadcasting matches from Court 1 starting at 5:00 PM. Check local listings for details.
About the european Championships
The European Badminton Championships have been held as 1968. Denmark has hosted the event three times previously, in 1996 and 2008 in Herning and in 2017 in Kolding.At the 2024 European Championships in Saarbrücken, Germany, Denmark won an impressive eight medals: two gold, two silver, and four bronze.
Reigning Champions
The reigning European champions from 2024 are:
- Mixed Doubles: Thom gicquel/Delphine Delrue (France)
- Men’s Singles: Anders Antonsen (Denmark)
- Women’s Singles: Carolina Marin (Spain)
- Men’s Doubles: Kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup (Denmark)
Horsens Kommune, Sport Event Denmark, and Horsens & Friends are partners in hosting the 2025 European Championships.
French Pair Triumph at Orleans Masters Badminton Tournament
ORLEANS, France (AP) — Margot Lambert and Anne Tran secured a decisive victory in the women’s doubles final at the Orleans Masters badminton tournament, marking a notable achievement for the French duo.
Lambert and Tran Dominate Women’s Doubles
The French team displayed exceptional skill and teamwork throughout the tournament, culminating in their impressive performance in the final match. Details regarding their opponents and the specific scores were not available.
france Celebrates Home Victory
The victory at the Orleans Masters represents a high point in Lambert and tran’s careers and is a source of pride for French badminton. their success is expected to inspire aspiring badminton players across the nation.
What were the key takeaways from the Orleans Masters tournament?
Badminton European Championships & Orleans Masters: Yoru Questions Answered
Q&A: European Championships in Horsens & Orleans Masters
Q: Which Danish players made it to the european Championship Finals?
A: natasja Anthonisen and Maiken Fruergaard advanced to the women’s doubles final, ensuring Danish presence in the ultimate showdown.
Q: Who were the other finalists in the European Championships?
A: Jesper Toft and Amalie Magelund advanced to the mixed doubles final.
Q: Which Danish players won medals?
A: sara Thygesen and Debora Jille won a bronze medal in women’s doubles.
Q: what were some of the major upsets at the European Championships?
A: Daniel Lundgaard and Mads Vestergaard upset the top-seeded and defending champions kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup in men’s doubles.
Q: Who are the reigning European champions from 2024?
A: The reigning champions from 2024 are:
- Mixed Doubles: Thom Gicquel/Delphine Delrue (France)
- Men’s Singles: Anders Antonsen (Denmark)
- Women’s Singles: Carolina Marin (Spain)
- Men’s Doubles: Kim Astrup and Anders Skaarup (Denmark)
Q: What is the significance of the Orleans Masters victory?
A: Margot Lambert and Anne Tran’s victory at the Orleans Masters is a meaningful achievement for French badminton and a source of national pride.
Q: Where and when was the European Championships held?
A: The European Championships were held in Forum Horsens, Denmark, from April 8-13, 2025.
Q: Who is broadcasting the matches?
A: TV2 broadcasts matches from Court 1 starting at 5:00 PM (check local listings for details).
Q: How many times has denmark hosted european Championships?
A: Denmark has hosted the event three times previously,in 1996 and 2008 in Herning and in 2017 in Kolding.
Q: Did the home crowd support impact the games?
A: Yes, the electric atmosphere in Forum Horsens, packed with supportive Danish fans, played a crucial role in the victories.The energy from the crowd helped with the atmosphere, especially when the games got difficult.
Q: Was there a rematch of the VICTOR Denmark Open final at the event?
A: Yes, Line Kjærsfeldt and Line Christophersen had a rematch of the VICTOR Denmark Open final in a quarterfinal clash.
Q: What is the significance of the European Championships in the context of future events?
A: The championships are a key event leading up to the Thomas & Uber Cup, also to be held in the same arena.
Q: What can we expect from the next European Championships?
A: Based on the current trends and the exciting matches, the next European Championships will be even more competitive and thrilling.
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