Hong Kong Open: Miyazaki Overcomes Barrier
Eighteen-year-old Tomoka Miyazaki is through to her first Super 500 semifinal at LI-NING Hong Kong Open 2024.
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The fact she advanced by beating an established star like Ratchanok Intanon 21-18 17-21 22-20 meant a great deal to the youngster.
Miyazaki said she had been waiting for the opportunity to take on Intanon after losing a close Round of 16 duel at the Thailand Masters in February.
“I lost to her previously so I’ve been preparing for this rematch a long time,” said Miyazaki. “I’m happy I was able to win this time. It gives me a lot of confidence that I could overcome this barrier. It’s a meaningful result.”