Source: Visual China Group/Chengdu Economic Daily/VCG
[Saba Sports News] The Lin Dan Badminton Tournament will be held in Xi’an, China from July 25 to 27. On June 17, Lin Dan hinted on his social media that Kento Momota, the former men’s singles world No. 1, would participate in the tournament. Recently, the Lin Dan Cup announced the draw results, and two Chinese amateur players found themselves in the same group as Momota. Both players expressed disbelief, not expecting to face their idol in an amateur competition. Many fans said they were envious, comparing it to “fighting a level boss right after leaving the beginner area.” Some netizens calculated that there are only 128 men’s singles entries, so the chance of facing Momota is about 3%. According to Mr. Wang, the publicity coordinator of the Lin Dan Cup, this tournament is open to the public, and the draw did not avoid amateur and professional players. It is likely that Momota will attend the event in Xi’an. The competition will be held in a large venue with multiple courts and will not set up a separate venue for Momota’s match.