Taipei Open: Opatniputh Cracks Door Open
Former world junior champion Pitchamon Opatniputh has broken new ground, reaching her first women’s singles final on the HSBC BWF World Tour.
· PREM KUMAR
The 18-year-old Thai progressed to the YONEX Taipei Open 2025 title match after coming from behind to defeat last year’s winner Sim Yu Jin 12-21 21-15 21-13 at the Taipei Arena on Saturday.
“I’ve exceeded my expectations, I’m very proud of myself,” said an elated Opatniputh. “I’m so excited and I can’t wait for the final.”
Opatniputh said sticking to her strengths helped her neutralise Sim.