An Se-young is approaching the 59-match winning streak record held by Indonesia’s Susi Susanti.
The South Korean world No. 1 has secured 11 international titles this season, matching the single-season record previously set by Japan’s Kento Momota in 2019.
Chasing the 59-Match Milestone
An has maintained a dominant 98.6% win rate this year, recording 71 victories in 72 matches, according to Sports Chosun. Since her loss to China’s Wang Zhiyi in the All England Open final this past March, she has rattled off 55 wins.
The badminton news outlet Badminton Planet reported that An’s current level of control is rarely seen in the sport. The site said that she is now targeting the 59-match winning streak set by Susanti across the 1993 and 1994 seasons.
Performance at the BWF World Tour Finals
An’s opportunity to break or tie these historic marks will arrive at the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour Finals.
Badminton Planet highlighted her improved mental resilience, noting that she has developed the ability to recover mid-match even when her physical energy is nearly depleted.
Focus on Consistent Play
Despite the media attention surrounding her potential records, An remains focused on her standard of play. Following her recent victory at the Korea Open, she addressed the expectations placed upon her.
"I am not thinking too much about the records," An told Sports Chosun. "I will continue to show my own game in the next tournament."
An has opted to skip the Kumamoto Masters (Super 500) in Japan to prioritize rest and recovery ahead of the World Tour Finals.
An Pursues Winning Streak Record and International Title
An is currently on a 55-match winning streak, dating back to her loss in the All England Open final in March.
She is pursuing the 59-match winning streak record set by Susi Susanti and is also vying for her 12th international title of the season.
No, she is not participating in the Kumamoto Masters, choosing instead to rest and prepare specifically for the BWF World Tour Finals.
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