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Sports: Day of upsets at KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

It was another dramatic day of badminton at the KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025, as tournament favourites continued to tumble. Singapore’s last hope Loh Kean Yew bowed out following a dominant display by France’s Christo Popov, while women’s world No. 1 An Se Young saw her flawless 2025 season come to an end at the hands of China’s Chen Yu Fei. World No. 10 Loh couldn’t keep pace … Continue reading Sports: Day of upsets at KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

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Sports: Loh Kean Yew powers into quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

On a dramatic Day 3 of the KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025, Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew kept the home crowd on their feet with a gutsy three-game victory over France’s Toma Junior Popov to book his place in the quarterfinals. The local star’s triumph was part of a gripping day that saw defending champion and world No. 1 Shi Yu Qi crash out in a nail-biting upset, shaking up the … Continue reading Sports: Loh Kean Yew powers into quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

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Sports: Top seeds advance on Day 2 of KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

It was largely business as usual for the top seeds on Day 2 of the KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025, with several world-class contenders cruising into the Round of 16. However, local hopes in the mixed doubles were dashed as Singapore pair Terry Hee Yong Kai and Jin Yu Jia exited the tournament after a straight-games defeat. World No. 2 Kunlavut Vitidsarn impressed in his first match of … Continue reading Sports: Top seeds advance on Day 2 of KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

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Sports: Local stars Loh and Yeo triumphant on Day 1 of KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

It was a strong start for Singapore’s shuttlers on Day 1 of the KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025, with both Loh Kean Yew and Yeo Jia Min progressing to the next round in style. The local victories came amidst commanding performances by defending champions and world No. 1s An Se Young and Shi Yu Qi. World No. 10 Loh came from a game down to defeat world No. 9 Alex Lanier in a … Continue reading Sports: Local stars Loh and Yeo triumphant on Day 1 of KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

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Sports: Local stars handed challenging opening matchups at KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

The KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025 is set to once again deliver world-class action, with the official draw unveiling a slate of exciting matchups and key tests for Singapore’s top shuttlers. Held at the Singapore Indoor Stadium from 27 May to 1 June, the US$ 1 million tournament is a key stop on the BWF World Tour Super 750 series, attracting the world’s best shuttlers to the Lion City. World No. … Continue reading Sports: Local stars handed challenging opening matchups at KFF Singapore Badminton Open 2025

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Sports: Jason Teh film to premiere at KFF Singapore Badminton Open, which celebrates SG60

This year’s KFF Singapore Badminton Open (“SBO 2025” or “the Open”) will start on Tuesday, 27 May 2025, with finals day on Sunday, 1 June 2025. The Open will celebrate SG60 with a special bus journey that commemorates Singapore’s sporting and political history, and a short film of men’s singles badminton player Jason Teh Jia Heng that would showcase his preparations for the Open. The … Continue reading Sports: Jason Teh film to premiere at KFF Singapore Badminton Open, which celebrates SG60

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Sports: Former Singapore Badminton Stadium to reopen as KFF Badminton Arena in August

The Singapore Badminton Association (SBA) is delighted to announce that the historic Singapore Badminton Hall will be renamed the KFF Badminton Arena and reopen its doors on 9 August 2024.  With its rich legacy and significant contribution to the sport over the years, the iconic venue has been meticulously restored and will mark a new chapter in Singapore’s illustrious badminton history. Originally constructed in 1952 for the Thomas Cup, the former Singapore Badminton Stadium on Guillemard Road … Continue reading Sports: Former Singapore Badminton Stadium to reopen as KFF Badminton Arena in August

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Sports: An Se Young claims back-to-back Singapore Badminton Open titles after impressive victory over Chen Yu Fei

World No. 1 An Se Young thrilled 6,240 fans at the Singapore Indoor Stadium by capturing consecutive titles at the Karim Family Foundation (KFF) Singapore Badminton Open presented by JK Technology. She defeated China’s world No. 2 Chen Yu Fei in a gruelling 77-minute match, winning 21-19, 16-21, 21-12. In the opening game, both players were locked in a tight battle, with An eventually pulling ahead … Continue reading Sports: An Se Young claims back-to-back Singapore Badminton Open titles after impressive victory over Chen Yu Fei

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Sports: An Se Young makes back-to-back KFF Singapore Badminton Open Finals

World No. 1 An Se Young is on the brink of securing consecutive Singapore Badminton Open titles after triumphing in a thrilling match against Indonesia’s Gregoria Mariska Tunjung, winning 21-14, 23-21. An dominated the first game, clinching it in just 17 minutes. However, Tunjung surged back in the second game, delivering powerful smashes and forcing An to match her speed. An displayed remarkable defence, saving a crucial … Continue reading Sports: An Se Young makes back-to-back KFF Singapore Badminton Open Finals

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Sports: Loh Kean Yew falls short in quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew fell short in the quarterfinals of the Karim Family Foundation (KFF) Singapore Badminton Open presented by JK Technology, losing to China’s Li Shi Feng in straight games 21-19, 21-16. Loh had the upper hand in the first game, taking a 7-point lead at one point (12-5). However, Li clawed back, narrowing the lead with four consecutive points (12-9). Li continued his resurgence to tie … Continue reading Sports: Loh Kean Yew falls short in quarterfinals of KFF Singapore Badminton Open

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