Kuncoro, Ratchanok win Singapore Open

Indonesia’s Sony Dwi Kuncoro beat Korean Son Wan-Ho to win the Singapore Open on Sunday as Thailand’s Ratchanok Intanon also triumphed, becoming the world’s top female shuttler in the process.

The unfancied Kuncoro, who stunned two-time Olympic champion Lin Dan in the semi-finals, took the first set 21-16.

But some bad decision making cost the 31-year-old dearly when he succumbed 13-21 in the second set.

Recovering his composure, the 2004 Olympic Games bronze medallist claimed the deciding set 21-14.

Kuncoro, ranked 56th in the world, said he was surprised by his fairytale run.

“It’s really unexpected that I won. It’s such a big achievement to pass the qualifiers and eventually win this tournament,” he said.

“I just enjoyed today’s game and was able to play well.”