CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -1 seed Viktor Axelsen claimed badminton’s Malaysia Open men’s singles title on Sunday (15 January). It was Axelsen’s ninth consecutive final in BWF Super 1000 level tournaments, a new record, and his eighth title in the top tier level series.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the Open Era, since the inclusion of all global professional badminton players in 1980, Lee Chong Wei (2004–2006, 2008–2014, 2016, 2018) holds the record for the most men’s singles titles with twelve. Lee Chong Wei (2008–2014) also holds the record for most consecutive victories with seven.

Detailed explanation-3: -The 2022 Malaysia Open (officially known as the Petronas Malaysia Open 2022 for sponsorship reasons) was a badminton tournament that took place at the Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 28 June to 3 July 2022 and had a total prize of US$675, 000.

Detailed explanation-4: -In the 2006 final in Kuching, Lin Dan took a 20-13 lead in the decider but Chong Wei stormed back for a 21-18, 18-21, 23-21 win. Chong Wei bemoaned his messy finishing in the opening game, but took the defeat in his stride.