Tai Tzu-ying’s Last Dance: Battling Injury for a Third Consecutive Title

Jayce September 6, 2024 1 0

The Super 300 Chinese Taipei Open will kick off on September 3 at the Taipei Arena, with Tai Tzu-ying as the top seed in the women’s singles, vying for her third consecutive title. Despite nursing an injury, Tai shared her thoughts on Instagram.

Plagued by a knee injury, Tai Tzu-ying withdrew from the semifinals of the Japan Open and did not participate in this week’s Korea Open. According to her schedule, she plans to compete in the Chinese Taipei Open and is also expected to play in the Hong Kong Open. Her coach, Lai Chien-cheng, previously stated that they intend to compete if they have registered, but the final decision will depend on her condition, and participation is not guaranteed.

Today, Tai Tzu-ying posted a photo on her Instagram story with Dr. Lin Ying-chou, expressing her gratitude: “I’ve spent a lot more time in the workshop this past year. Thank you, Dr. Lin, for always taking such good care of me, helping me run and jump on the court as much as possible, and finish these last few matches.”

Regarding next week’s Chinese Taipei Open, Tai Tzu-ying commented, “I don’t want to say too much just yet, but if my condition allows, I’ll be very happy to see everyone on the court next week!”

Tai Tzu-ying has claimed the title at the Chinese Taipei Open in 2012, 2016, 2018, 2022, and 2023, making her the most decorated women’s singles player in the tournament’s history. This year, she is aiming for her third consecutive title, with her first match expected to be against the world No. 67, 20-year-old Indian player Tanya Hemanth. The two also faced off in last year’s Taipei Open, where Tai won in straight sets.