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Ng Ka Long Angus: Olympic champion Chen Yufei of China and world No. 2 Akane Yamaguchi of Japan both stormed into the second round of the women's singles at the badminton China Open here.

Chen, the 3rd seed at the tournament, beat Zhang Beiwen of the United States 21-18, 21-5, reports Xinhua. "I was patient and determined on the court, so I got some key points and sealed the victory," Chen noted.

The Hangzhou native has been selected as a torchbearer for the 19th Asian Games to be held in her hometown. "I heard about it this morning, and I feel very honored, grateful and excited. I have a new torch to collect now!" Chen said with a smile.