The final day of competition delivered a thrilling conclusion to the CROWNE PLAZA Northern Marianas Open, with athletes leaving everything on the court in pursuit of glory. From tactical masterclasses to emotional comebacks, each match highlighted the depth of talent and determination among the players. With Japan dominating the finals lineup and standout performances from…
In arguably the most exciting day of the tournament so far, semifinals day of the CROWNE PLAZA Northern Marianas Open 2025 had it all. From major upsets to long-lasting matches, there was not a dull moment in the Gilbert C. Ada Gymnasium today. With all but four matches going to three games, it took incredible…
Quarterfinals day of the CROWNE PLAZA Northern Marianas Open 2025 brought electrifying action and unforgettable moments as players clashed for the coveted semifinal spots. The day was packed with dramatic comebacks, unexpected upsets, and rising stars making their mark. With passionate support echoing from the stands, the energy on court was palpable. As the tournament…
Day three of the CROWNE PLAZA Northern Marianas Open 2025 delivered a mix of breakthrough performances, dramatic finishes, and homegrown triumphs. The atmosphere inside the venue was electric as players battled for spots in the quarterfinals, with several matches going down to the wire. From rising stars making their mark to seasoned contenders holding their…
Day two of the CROWNE PLAZA Northern Marianas Open 2025 delivered a series of gripping matches, with top seeds tested early and rising stars refusing to back down. From a 70-minute thriller between Japan’s Koya Iwano and USA’s Garret Tan to hard-fought three-game battles involving the tournament’s highest-ranked players, the day showcased the depth of…
Day one of the CROWNE PLAZA Northern Marianas Open saw players from across the globe take to the court for the men’s singles round of 64. In the first match of the day, Riki Takei (JPN) took the early lead against Australia’s Jack Yu. The Australian fought hard, but struggled to control the match. Capitalising…
The CROWNE PLAZA Northern Marianas Open 2025 and CENTURY INSURANCE Saipan International 2025 are set to deliver two thrilling weeks of international badminton in Saipan, with elite athletes from around the world competing for glory. The M + Q has been released for both tournaments. From rising stars to seasoned Olympians, this year’s competitors promise high-intensity…
Finals day of the Northern Marianas International 2025 did not disappoint. In an action-packed day, some players soared to victory, while others were forced to grapple with falling just short of their goals. Nevertheless, the excitement of hosting a tournament with such high quality players was palpable throughout the Gilbert C. Ada gymnasium. With three…
With only two matches standing between players and the Northern Marianas International 2025 finals, the stakes were high today in Saipan. Between the gruelling three-game matches and emotional comebacks, the quarter finals and semi finals were not short on excitement. Here’s your daily recap: QUARTER FINALS First up were the mixed doubles. Australia’s Jayden Lim…
Day 3 of the Northern Marianas International showcased some of the best badminton the tournament has on offer. After 39 matches and several hours, we finally found our quarter finalists. Here’s your daily recap: Mixed Doubles New Zealand’s Raphael Deloy and Yanxi Liu and their opponents from across the Tasman, Phillip Halim and Faye Huo…