Badminton's biggest stars praise former World No. 1 Axelsen after career end announcement

Viktor Axelsen celebrates winning the gold medal at the badminton tournament at the Paris OLympics
Viktor Axelsen celebrates winning the gold medal at the badminton tournament at the Paris OLympicsCredit: Simon West / Actionplus / Profimedia

Several of those stars who have crossed paths with Viktor Axelsen on the court over the years have reacted to the news that Viktor Axelsen has chosen to end his career after recurring back problems.

These are some of the reactions from some of badminton's biggest stars:

Anthony Ginting: "Have a good career end, mate! Congratulations on a fantastic career. I wish you all the best in the next chapter."

Jonatan Christie:  "It was an honor to share the pitch with you. See you again - good luck with the next one ????"

H. S. Prannoy:  "Happy retirement, boss ????  Wish you all the best ????"

Lee Cheuk Yiu:  "I wish you all the best … We will meet again ????????"

Ng Ka Long Angus:  "All the best to you, legend ???? Thank you for giving me so many hard lessons on the court and for inspiring the badminton world with your professionalism and determination. Moving on is not the end, but a path to a better future."

Kirsty Gilmour: "It’s been a pleasure to watch, learn, and compete on teams alongside you, big man ❤️ congrats on an unbelievable career.

Big love ????????????????"

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