Source: REUTERS/VCG
[Saba Sports News] Taiwan’s badminton women’s singles star Tai Tzu-Ying has not appeared on the court for some time, but she has recently completed knee surgery. Some external media speculate that she will make a comeback in the future rather than proceed with her originally planned retirement ceremony. Although Tai Tzu-Ying has repeatedly stated her intention to retire by the end of 2024, some of her actions contradict this statement. For instance, she applied for World Badminton Federation’s ranking protection in October 2024. This move seems somewhat redundant given the few events left in the year and her confirmation of retiring by year-end. According to regulations, ranking protection is typically used for players unable to compete due to injury or other reasons to safeguard their world rankings. This action has sparked speculation about whether she will truly retire. The editor believes that Tai Tzu-Ying’s retirement plans still hold uncertainty. Her father has stated that no timetable has been set, prioritizing her full recovery. This means we need to wait for more information to confirm her retirement plans.