On Saturday, semi-final matches of 2022 BWF World Tour Finals concluded with Viktor Axelsen and Jonatan Christie securing their place in the final, we examine the latest results, tournament final schedule, date, time, draw, tickets, prize money, & live streaming details
Despite his best efforts and winning opening set, Kodai Naraoka fell short against reigning world champion Viktor Axelsen, who qualified for championship match of BWF World Tour Finals. On Sunday, Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie will fight for the title against Axelsen, which certainly will be uphill task for the Indonesian.
BWF World Tour Finals Badminton 2022 Men’s Singles Final Viktor Axelsen vs Jonatan Christie Schedule, Date, Time, Score, Where To Watch Live Streaming
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2022 BWF World Tour Finals: Men’s Singles Semi-Final Results, Score, Winners, & Final Schedule
By defeating compatriot Anthony Sinisuka Ginting in semi-final, Indonesian star Jonatan Christie secured his place in final of 2022 BWF World Tour Finals. After losing first set by score of 15-21, Ginting won next set by score of 21-11 to force decider, however, stellar comeback from Christie in third set allowed him to secure victory and avenge loss in group stage.
In the other semi-final, reigning world champion Viktor Axelsen recovered from early setback to win by score of 21-23, 21-19, 21-18 against in-form Kodai Naraoka. Following this victory, Axelsen has qualified for final of tournament and is scheduled to face-off against Jonatan Christie. As per bookmakers, Axelsen is considered overwhelming favorite and his winning odds are placed at 1.17, while his opponent Christie’s odds are placed at 4.56. For this ongoing tournament, fans can purchase their tickets from here.
2022 BWF World Tour Finals: Men’s Singles Group A Standings
| Rank | Player | Matches | Win | Loss | Points |
| 1 | Viktor Axelsen | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 2 | Kodai Naraoka | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Lu Guangzu | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 4 | Prannoy H. S. | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
2022 BWF World Tour Finals: Men’s Singles Group B Standings
| Rank | Player | Matches | Win | Loss | Points |
| 1 | Anthony Sinisuka Ginting | 3 | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| 2 | Jonatan Christie | 3 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| 3 | Loh Kean Yew | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| 4 | Chou Tien-chen | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
2022 BWF World Tour Finals: Men’s Singles Group A Results & Scores
| Date | Match | ||
| 7 Dec | Prannoy H. S. | 12-21, 21-9, 17-21 | Kodai Naraoka |
| 7 Dec | Viktor Axelsen | 21-13, 21-11 | Lu Guangzu |
| 8 Dec | Prannoy H. S. | 21-23, 21-17, 19-21 | Lu Guangzu |
| 8 Dec | Viktor Axelsen | 21-5, 21-15 | Kodai Naraoka |
| 9 Dec | Viktor Axelsen | 21-14, 17-21, 18-21 | Prannoy H. S. |
| 9 Dec | Kodai Naraoka | 21-19, 21-15 | Lu Guangzu |
2022 BWF World Tour Finals: Men’s Singles Group B Results & Scores
| Date | Match | ||
| 7 Dec | Jonatan Christie | 12-21, 21-9, 17-21 | Anthony Sinisuka Ginting |
| 7 Dec | Chou Tien-chen | 21-13, 21-11 | Loh Kean Yew |
| 8 Dec | Chou Tien-chen | 14-21, 21-12, 19-21 | Anthony Sinisuka Ginting |
| 8 Dec | Jonatan Christie | 16-21, 22-20, 21-10 | Loh Kean Yew |
| 9 Dec | Chou Tien-chen | 13-21, 21-12, 17-21 | Jonatan Christie |
| 9 Dec | Anthony Sinisuka Ginting | 21-12, 23-21 | Loh Kean Yew |
2022 BWF World Tour Finals: Men’s Singles Semi-Final Schedule
Viktor Axelsen 21-23, 21-19, 21-18 Kodai Naraoka
Anthony Sinisuka Ginting 15-21, 21-11, 18-21 Jonatan Christie
2022 BWF World Tour Finals: Men’s Singles Final Schedule
Viktor Axelsen vs Jonatan Christie
Points Award System
Despite winning all three games in group stage, Anthony Sinisuka Ginting lost the important all-Indonesian semi-final against his compatriot Jonatan Christie and will return home with 8,400 BWF points. Meanwhile, Jonatan Christie has the golden opportunity to defeat Axelsen and bag maximum BWF points from this tournament, which will be pivotal towards his rise in the BWF world rankings.
| Winner | Runner-up | Semi-finalist | 3rd in group | 4th in group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12,000 | 10,200 | 8,400 | 6,600 | 4,800 |
Prize Money Pool Distribution
In contrast to the second-place finisher’s $60,000 prize at the 2022 BWF World Tour Finals, the winner of the men’s singles competition will receive $120,000. Following their semi-final loss, both Kodai Naraoka and Anthony Ginting will return home with prize money of $30,000.
| Achievement | Winner | Runner-up | Semi-finalist | 3rd in group | 4th in group |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Singles | $120,000 | $60,000 | $30,000 | $16,500 | $9,000 |
| Doubles | $126,000 | $60,000 | $30,000 | $19,500 | $10,500 |
When And Where to Watch: Live Stream & Telecast BWF World Tour Finals
Viktor Axelsen vs. Jonatan Christie, the final match of the 2022 BWF World Tour Finals, will be keenly anticipated by fans all around the world on Sunday. This match will be broadcast online for Indian badminton enthusiasts via services like VOOT & Jio Cinema. Through the Sports18 channel, this competition will also be telecast in India.
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