Satwik-Chirag claim their maiden Korean Open title with a stunning victory over World No. 1 Alfian and Ardianto

In a thrilling men's doubles final at the Korea Open 2023 in Yeosu, Korea, Asian Champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty showcased their prowess by defeating the world no. 1 Indonesian duo Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto in a gripping three-game match. The Indian pair secured the title with scores of 17-21, 21-13, and 21-14.

This victory marks their third Super 500 title in their career, with previous wins at the Thailand Open 2019 and Yonex Sunrise India Open 2022. Additionally, it is their third BWF World Tour title in 2023, adding to their achievements at the Swiss Open 2023 (Super 300) and Indonesia Open 2023 (Super 1000).

Despite losing the opening game 17-21, Satwik-Chirag made an impressive comeback, dominating the next two games to secure the championship. The duo came into the final with a 2-2 head-to-head record against Alfian-Ardianto, but their recent form showcased their growing dominance, especially with their quarterfinal win over the same opponents during their title run in Indonesia.

The Indonesian pair's flat game at a high pace posed a challenge, but the unstoppable Indian attack prevailed, bringing the head-to-head record to 3-2 in favor of Satwik-Chirag. Their consistent performance over the past months has been a testament to their skill and determination in the world of badminton.