Korea Masters 2024: Kiran George defeats Takuma Obayashi to reach semis

India’s Kiran George defeated Takuma Obayashi of Japan to enter the men’s singles semifinals of Korea Masters badminton tournament on Friday.

The 24-year-old Indian overcame his Japanese opponent 21-14, 21-16 in the quarterfinals in a match that lasted 39 minutes.

Earlier, the World number 44 George upset third seed Chi Yu Jen of Chinese Taipei 21-17, 19-21, 21-17 in the second round.

George is the lone Indian shuttler competing in the tournament.