Axelsen takes trouble to meet fans in KL despite skipping tourney


One for the fans: Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen during a meet and greet session.

PETALING JAYA: He may not be competing in this year’s Malaysian Masters, but two-time Olympic gold medallist Viktor Axelsen still made a stop in Kuala Lumpur to meet his fans at a private event at Axiata Arena yesterday.

The Danish star’s presence was strongly felt, with more than 200 fans seizing the rare opportunity to meet the world No. 1. Many queued patiently under the scorching heat for a chance to interact with their idol.

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