South Korean derby set for WTT Zagreb Challenge men's singles final

South Korean table tennis player Ahn Jae-hyun is advancing to the finals of the WTT Zagreb Challenge after a significant semifinal victory. He defeated China's promising young player Chen Yuanyu 3-1, avenging a loss from the previous year's semifinals.

Ahn's path to the final was marked by his strong performance against Chinese opponents, earning him the nickname "China Killer." After losing the first game to Chen, Ahn demonstrated resilience, saving multiple game points and staging a comeback to win 12-10. He then secured the next two games decisively, clinching the match.

He will now face his compatriot Lim Jong-hoon in an all-South Korean men's singles final. Lim also had a strong run, overcoming several international competitors, including Germany's Qiu Dang in his semifinal match.

In the women's singles, Japan's Miwa Harimoto will compete against China's Zhu Yuling for the championship. Both players secured their spots by winning their respective semifinals.