Masterclass Axelsen powers into Indonesia Open final and sets up date with impressive Zhao


Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen celebrates after beating Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia during their men’s singles semi-final match at the Indonesia Open badminton tournament in Jakarta on June 18, 2022. - AFP

JAKARTA, June 19, 2022 (AFP): Badminton world number one Viktor Axelsen on Saturday (June 18) secured a place in the Indonesia Open final after toppling Malaysian rising star Lee Zii Jia in a tight, fast-paced encounter in Jakarta.

Both players started the match strongly in front of a near-full Istora Senayan arena but Lee edged out his opponent in the first game with an aggressive volley of quick-fire shots.

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