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Round of 32 Action Heats Up
Date: 12/2/2024 8:45 AM
Published by : Lukas Aktor
The competition reached new intensity as the Round of 32 unfolded at the Poliesportiu Sa Blanca Dona. Players across categories showcased their skills and resilience, setting the stage for exciting battles in the days to come.

Notable Matches:
In the mixed doubles, Tom Lalot Trescarte/ Elsa Jacob (FRA), the top seeds, overcame Türkiye’s Gokay Gol/ Nisa Nur Cimen in three games, highlighting their determination to claim the title.
  • In the men’s singles, unseeded Salomon Adam Thomasen (DEN) stunned Italy’s third seed Simone Piccinin in a thrilling straight-game match.

  • Women’s singles saw Kaloyana Nalbantova (BUL), the top seed, dominate Maria Ellingsen (NOR) with a commanding 21–9, 21–4 victory.

  • The women’s doubles top seeds, Elsa Jacob/Camille Pognante (FRA), cruised past their Romanian opponents, showing why they are tournament favorites.
Spanish Players Shine in Ibiza
With the tournament taking place in the heart of Ibiza, Spanish athletes were eager to make their mark. In mixed doubles, Adolfo Lopez/ Carmen Maria Jimenez secured a confident win against Austria's Pascal Cheng/ Sarah Dlapka, taking the match 21-14, 21-9.

In men’s singles, Mario Rodriguez delivered an impressive performance in the Round of 32, defeating Wales' 15th seed Harper Leigh with a commanding 21-18, 21-13 victory. The win highlighted Rodriguez's skill and determination, energizing the local fans and underscoring Spain’s strong presence in the tournament.

With players bringing their A-game, the tournament continues to thrill fans and showcase Europe’s rising badminton talent. 

Stay tuned for tomorrow's action-packed matches in the Round of 16!
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