PARIS, July 29 (Xinhua) -- Surinamese badminton player Soren Opti's Paris Olympic journey ended prematurely on Monday due to a knee injury, but his resilience left a lasting impression.
In his final group match, Opti faced Italy's Giovani Toti but was forced to retire in the second set after suffering a ligament tear in his right knee. The 27-year-old athlete was wheeled off the court, visibly emotional, as the crowds applauded his brave effort.
