Hu Yun Ended Simon Journey

Hu Yun
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JAKARTA - The journey of Indonesia's men's singles, Simon Santoso, had to end in the second round of Indonesia Open 2014 after stunned by Hong Kong's Hu Yun in a thrilling three set match at Istora Senayan, Thursday (19/06/2014).

The result 18-21, 21-13 and 22-20 marked the end of Simon's dream to be at the next round at a USD 750.000 tournament.

In the first game, both players whose playing style are similar had a thrilling match as there were battles before the Hong Kong player finally delivered his strong and accurate shots as and won the game.

In the second game, Simon and Hu Yun played even better and demonstrated an interesting show to thousands of badminton lovers at Senayan stadium.

However, Simon who seemed to be more patient in the second set managed to force rubber game after ending the game with 21-13.

Knowing the home player had a chance to turn the tables, the crowds' rumble was even more boisterous. In addition, both players refused to give up in the rubber set, the result was a world class match with world class actions.

Simon who just gained his self confidence after stealing the second game played more aggressively, accurate Lob and Drop shot became his lethal weapons that trouble Hu Yun many times. However, Hu Yun is not an easy opponent, the battle kept on going in the third game.

Finally, entering critical scores, Simon Santoso who led 20-19, made a fatal mistake that allowed Hu Yun attain points, and it was all square, 20-20. They both got their deuce and the serve was given to Hu Yun.

It was a disaster for Simon, in a decisive moment, he made two mistakes; his shot hit the net, and his forehand smash was out. Hu Yun jumped in triumph, while the crowds were all stunned.