Indian badminton star HS Prannoy advances to the Australian Open final, making headlines with his win over fellow Indian player Priyanshu Rajawat in straight games on Saturday.
World-ranked number nine, HS Prannoy, showcased his expertise, taking just 43 minutes to defeat the 21-year-old Priyanshu Rajawat with scores of 21-18, 21-12 in the Australian Open badminton tournament.
In a thrilling showdown, Orleans Masters champion Rajawat, appearing in his maiden Super 500 tournament semifinal, put up an impressive challenge against sixth-seeded Prannoy. The first game was a close contest, highlighting Rajawat's ability to challenge even top players.
HS Prannoy, a renowned player who clinched the Malaysia Masters title in May, tapped into his deep well of experience, effortlessly winning the second game and sealing his spot in the Australian Open final.
The highly-anticipated final match will see HS Prannoy facing China's Weng Hong Yang.
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