Vietnamese badminton player Nguyễn Thùy Linh exited the Denmark Open 2026 in the opening round following a straight-set defeat against Japan’s Tomoka Miyazaki, Laodong.vn reported. The match, contested in the women’s singles bracket of the BWF World Tour Super 750 tournament on the afternoon of October 13, ended 21-17, 21-17 in favor of the sixth-seeded Japanese opponent.
Straight-Set Defeat Against Tomoka Miyazaki
Tomoka Miyazaki entered the matchup ranked seventh in the world and carrying momentum from a women’s team silver medal at the 20th Asian Games (ASIAD). The Japanese player established early control through disciplined net play and short rallies near the forecourt. Nguyễn Thùy Linh focused her efforts on defensive positioning to narrow the scoring margin, but struggled to break her opponent’s rhythm. The encounter lasted 45 minutes before Miyazaki secured the 21-17, 21-17 victory, halting the Vietnamese competitor’s campaign in Denmark.
Consecutive Early Exits on European Tour
The loss in Denmark marks a difficult stretch for Nguyễn Thùy Linh on the international circuit. Laodong.vn reported that the player failed to secure her anticipated results across consecutive tournaments in Finland and Denmark. Prior to her departure for Europe, Thùy Linh had demonstrated strong form at the Vietnam Open 2025. Sitting at world number 28 at the time of the European swing, her primary competitive benchmark remains breaking back into the BWF top 20.
Return to Bắc Ninh for Training Restarts
Following the conclusion of her matches in Finland and Denmark, Nguyễn Thùy Linh traveled back to Vietnam. She has resumed training sessions at the Bắc Ninh University of Physical Education and Sports alongside the Vietnamese national badminton team. The squad is currently using the facility to prepare for an upcoming schedule of international competitions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of the match between Nguyễn Thùy Linh and Tomoka Miyazaki?
Tomoka Miyazaki won the opening-round encounter in two straight sets with identical scores of 21-17, 21-17.
Which tournament tier is the Denmark Open?
The Denmark Open is classified as a BWF World Tour Super 750 event, featuring a world-class field of competitors.
Where is Nguyễn Thùy Linh training following her return from Europe?
She has rejoined the Vietnamese national badminton team for training sessions at the Bắc Ninh University of Physical Education and Sports.
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