Source: REUTERS/Edgar Su
[Saba Sports News] Just before the Singapore Open, Danish badminton star Viktor Axelsen, along with his wife and daughter, participated in a local event in Singapore where they shared parenting tips. Axelsen acknowledged the challenges of having two children but expressed gratitude towards his wife for her support and care, which allows him to focus on his game. Axelsen stated, “Having a family on the court gives me extra strength because I have a strong support system, and my wife takes care of everything, making it easier for me to balance my roles as a father and a professional player.” Axelsen also shared his thoughts on whether he would train his children to pursue badminton in the future, mentioning that he would not force them to follow in his footsteps as professional athletes. Instead, he encourages them to engage in physical activity, stay healthy, and work hard in whatever they enjoy. Axelsen, who missed last year’s competitions due to an injury, is participating in this year’s Singapore Open as the top seed. With good form, he recently secured his first championship title of the year at the Malaysian Masters.