12:53
7 years ago
Michael Pavitt
at the Hamdan Sports Complex in Dubai
Michael Pavitt

Tai triumphs in Dubai for second time after cruising past Sung

Not the falling to the ground of the Chinese women's doubles pairing. Not the roar of Viktor Axelsen when he claimed the men's title.

Instead a polite handshake with her opponent and bows to the crowd.

Perhaps it reflects that the contest did not really live up to expectations, with the world number one winning 21-14, 21-13.

Her second title in three years here.


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