Pan American Championships: USA Secures Four Titles, Zhang Beiwen and Kodan Triumph
In the early hours of April 14, the results of the 2024 Pan American Badminton Championships finals were announced. The United States emerged as the biggest winner with four titles and two runner-up finishes, while Canada, last year’s top medalist with five golds, secured only two silver medals. Kodan clinched the men’s singles crown, and Zhang Beiwen claimed the women’s singles title. Presley and Lee Allison achieved double titles. Here are the detailed results of each event:
Men’s Singles: Kodan
Kodan overcame Uriel with scores of 14-21, 21-17, 21-13, avenging last year’s loss at the Pan American Championships to win the men’s singles title. This marks his second Pan American Championships men’s singles title since 2022.
Women’s Singles: Zhang Beiwen
Zhang Beiwen defeated Li Wenmei with scores of 21-18, 18-21, 21-17, ending a two-match losing streak against her and securing the women’s singles championship. This is her second Pan American Championships women’s singles title since 2021.
Men’s Doubles: Chen Ziyi/Presley
Chen Ziyi and Presley defeated Dong Xingyu and Yakura Nii with scores of 21-14, 21-11 in 29 minutes, avenging last year’s loss to win the men’s doubles title.
Women’s Doubles: Francesca/Lee Allison
Francesca and Lee Allison overcame Xu Xinfan and Xu Yifan with scores of 21-14, 21-15, avenging their loss at last year’s U.S. Open to claim the women’s doubles championship.
Mixed Doubles: Presley/Lee Allison
Presley and Lee Allison defeated Qiu Kaixiang and Jenny Gai with scores of 15-21, 21-15, 21-14, securing their first victory against this pair to win the mixed doubles title.
These victories showcase the strong performance of the American team at the 2024 Pan American Badminton Championships, establishing their dominance in the region and setting a high standard for future competitions.