Devasting Blow for Shi Yu Qi – Indonesia Open: Day 3
The form men’s singles player of the moment Shi Yu Qi has suffered a horrible ankle injury on Day 3 for the BLIBLI Indonesia Open 2019.
· Lloyd Green
Playing his round of 16 encounter against Denmark’s Anders Antonsen on Thursday afternoon, the world No. 2 and tournament second seed rolled heavily on his left ankle as he was approaching the net in just the 14th point of the match.
Shi immediately fell to the ground in agonising pain. The medic was subsequently called to the court and when the 23-year-old finally removed his shoe, the swelling around the left foot was there for all to see.
He was forced to retire with the score at 6-7 after just 12 minutes of play and was taken to hospital with a reported severe ankle twist.