South Korea's An Se-young has officially surpassed badminton legend Susi Susanti's long-standing record by securing her 47th international career title, according to reporting by Times of India — Top Stories.
The world No. 1 reached the historic milestone by defeating Japan's Akane Yamaguchi in the women's singles final at the Denmark Open. The victory brought an end to Susanti's 29-year reign in the record books, moving An past the Indonesian icon's previous benchmark of 46 international titles.
Overcoming Adversity in Denmark
An's victory in the Denmark Open final was tested by physical strain. During the course of the championship match against Yamaguchi, the South Korean shuttler had to push through an ankle injury to close out the contest.
The final proved to be a closely contested battle between two of the sport's top competitors, but An maintained her composure to edge Yamaguchi and lift the trophy. The win marked another defining moment in women's singles badminton, demonstrating her resilience on the international circuit.
Cementing Dominance on the World Stage
The title further solidifies An's prolonged dominance at the top of the sport. The South Korean star has now spent 105 weeks ranked as the world No. 1, maintaining an exceptional level of consistency across top-tier tournaments worldwide.
By eclipsing Susanti’s 46-title tally, An establishes a new benchmark for individual tournament triumphs in the modern era of women's singles. The victory at the Denmark Open firmly positions her among the all-time greats of the game as her tenure atop the international rankings continues.
