Lin Dan takes down top seed, advances to Badminton World final

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Five-time World champion, Lin Dan defeated top seed Son Wan-ho of South Korea, for a spot in the final of the 2017 Badminton World Championship in Glasgow.

The 33-year-old Chinese veteran holds the advantage in this rivalry, winning 8 of their 12 encounters. He will compete in the finals for the first time since 2013.

China's Lin Dan returns against South Korea's Son Wan-Ho during their semi-final men's singles match during the 2017 BWF World Championships of badminton at Emirates Arena in Glasgow on August 26, 2017. /AFP Photo

Lin trailed in the opener, but won five of the last six points winning the first game 21-17.

The top seed lost focus in the second, and Lin went in front 11-9. Lin looked fresher and was able to whip a forehand into the open court taking a four point advantage.

South Korea's Son Wan-Ho returns against China's Lin Dan during their semi-final men's singles match at the 2017 BWF World Championships of badminton in Emirates Arena, Glasgow, August 26, 2017. / AFP Photo

Fast forward to match point, the top seed trailed 20-14. Son's return found the net as Lin won it 21-17, 21-14 to advance to the final.

Super Dan will seek a record sixth title in a battle against Viktor Axelsen in the final on Monday.

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