World No 1 Shi suffers shock first-round exit at badminton worlds
China's Shi Yuqi suffered a shock first-round defeat to 21-year-old Indian rising star Ayush Shetty, losing 14-21, 21-13, 19-21 at the world championships in New Delhi.
In the recent BWF World Championships held in New Delhi, defending champion Shi Yuqi of China suffered a surprising first-round loss to Indian rising star Ayush Shetty. The 30-year-old Shi, who won the previous edition in Paris, lost 14-21, 21-13, 19-21 to the 21-year-old Shetty in just one hour and 13 minutes. Shi, known for his towering height of six feet five inches, failed to maintain his form from the start as the Indian raced ahead to take the first game.
Despite a late attempt to regain the lead, Shi ultimately lost the match. The Indian crowd cheered Shetty's every point, providing a crucial boost of energy for the young player.
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