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For her debut match, Yuka Chokyu made her first appearance at the Paris Paralympic Games as a representative of Canada’s badminton team, in front of a packed arena of over five thousand people at the Porte de la Chapelle venue.
In her first match at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, Yuka Chokyu faced a formidable opponent, Hu Guang-Chiou from Taiwan. Despite her valiant efforts, Yuka was defeated in two sets, 21-12, 21-12.
Yuka remained positive after the match, stating: “I gave it my all, and I have no regrets. I’m enjoying the atmosphere, and it’s a great experience to be here.”
In her second match against Brazil’s Daniele Souza, Yuka put on an excellent performance, especially during a thrilling second set where she made an impressive comeback. However, her opponent managed to secure victory in the decisive third set. The final score: 16 – 21, 21 – 15, 7 – 21.
Yuka Chokyu concluded her journey at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games after a tough match against Thailand’s Sujirat Pookkham. The final score: 3 – 21, 1 – 21. Despite the result, Yuka remained proud and reflected on her experience.
“She’s an excellent player, and she’s been at the top for so long. We’re friends off the court, and it was an honor to compete against her. Paris has been a wonderful experience, and I’m proud to represent Team Canada,” Yuka said after the match.
“I’m extremely proud of how Yuka played and carried herself on the court, representing Canada. She gave her best against some of the toughest competitors in the world. The energy from the sold-out crowd was incredible,” said coach Frank Gaudet.
