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Viktor Axelsen (born 4 January 1994) is a Danish badminton player who is currently the world number two in men’s singles. He is a two-time World Champion, defeating Lin Dan in 2017 final and Kunlavut Vitidsarn in 2022 final. He is also the reigning Olympic Champion, defeating Chen Long at the final of the 2020 event.
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4 days ago · Reigning Olympic men's badminton singles champion Viktor Axelsen was absolutely regal in his return to the Olympic stage at Paris 2024, beating his Nepalese opponent 21-8, 21-6 in Group P play on Saturday 27 July. Axelsen won the match in a mere 28 minutes. “I think today was a good start for me you know, with all due respect,” Axelsen told Olympics.com. “Prince and I, maybe the level of tournaments we usually play there's a little bit of a difference.
Olympic gold medallist and two-time world champion Viktor Axelsen is a shining example of unwavering dedication. As the reigning world number one in badminton, his commitment to the sport led him to uproot from Denmark and settle in Dubai, seeking more opportunities in the heart of Asia.
Viktor Axelsen by numbers: Records, titles, medals and stats of the Danish badminton star. Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen became the first men’s singles player to win all BWF Super 1000 tournaments. Get the full list of his major titles.
6 days ago · COPENHAGEN – Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen lost his world No. 1 ranking in June after 132 weeks at the top, but the reigning Olympic badminton champion is now focused on retaining his gold medal in...
Sep 10, 2023 · BEIJING – Badminton powerhouse Viktor Axelsen clinched his first China Open title on Sunday, as An Se-young took the women’s trophy. World No. 1 Axelsen overcame a second-game surge by...
Viktor Axelsen cuts a distinct figure among badminton’s young stars. He won at the 2010 BWF World Junior Championships, making him the first European player to win the title. He made his senior debut in the same year, winning at the Cyprus International.
TOKYO (AP) — Viktor Axelsen underlined his red-hot form and confidence when he won his second world badminton championship after beating first-time finalist Kunlavut Vitidsarn 21-5, 21-16 on Sunday.
Jul 20, 2024 · One of the best players in the world, Viktor Axelsen is set to be one of the most prominent faces in the Paris Olympics. The defending champion is currently ranked No. 2 in the world only behind Shi Yu Qi. Axelsen, now 30 is probably playing his last Olympics in his prime. The Danish badminton player has achieved unparalleled success in the sport.
