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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.
2 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.
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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.
4 days ago · COPENHAGEN – Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen lost his world No. 1 ranking in June after 131 weeks at the top, but the reigning Olympic badminton champion is now focused on retaining his gold medal in ...
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.
Jul 31, 2021 · Viktor Axelsen secures a shot at Olympic gold at Tokyo 2020. The 2017 world champion is through to the men's singles final after defeating unseeded Kevin Cordon from Guatemala.
2 days ago · Viktor Axelsen vandt sikkert, da den forsvarende OL-mester slog Prince Dahal i to sæt. Viktor Axelsen indledte sit forsvaret af OL-guldet helt uden dikkedarer. Den danske OL-vinder gjorde kort proces i første runde i herrernes badminton-single, hvor han mødte 20-årige Dahal Prince, den første badminton-spiller fra Nepal ved OL nogensinde.
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.
Dec 31, 2022 · 2022 will be remembered as Viktor Axelsen’s year. The Danish world no. 1 won 48 of the 51 matches he played this season. True, Axelsen had won the Olympic gold, BWF World Tour Finals, and All...
