Viktor Axelsen has reached the quarter-final of the Barcelona Spain Masters 2019. He spoke to Badminton Europe about his ambitious and intentions for the tournament.  

21-19, 21-16 is the final result for Denmark’s superstar, Viktor Axelsen, on Thursday. After winning against his Indian opponent, Ajay Jayaram, he achieved the next round of the tournament in Barcelona. 

- My performance today was a bit up and down. Ajay played very well today, he managed to come back, which made me a bit insecure. But I am happy that I managed to win after two games, Axelsen said after the match. 

The main goal: All England

His participation in the BWF World Tour Super 300 in Spain is reasonable. The Dane is ambitious and optimistic, especially for the upcoming weeks. 

- The biggest goal for me is the All England in two weeks. So, I came to Barcelona to see where I have to improve my game and what I can do at practising at home next week so that I can be ready for the All England for 110 per cent, Axelsen said. 

- Even though my legs might not be there for 120 per cent right now, I am confident that I will be in a good shape in two weeks, he added. 

Axelsen is the favourite tomorrow

Tomorrow, Axelsen is facing Kean Yew Loh from Singapore in the quarter-final in Barcelona – a duel that never took place before. Axelsen is currently world-ranked number 6, whereas Loh is on position 69 in the world ranking. 

Find an overview about tomorrow’s matches of the Barcelona Spain Masters 2019 here

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