In 2025, the beginning did not go smoothly with Gunji Riko, the player was like 'Little Yamaguchi' thanks to her body and competition -like style. She gradually returned to the top 32 in the world, which is eligible to compete in the top tournaments, but it is not really good.
Earlier this year, at Vietnam Challenge 2025, Gunji Riko was one of the Japanese players who came to Hanoi to compete. She is also the first group seed in the women's singles, but the competition is not successful. Gunji was eliminated in the second match when encountering Pitchamon Opathniputh.
However, after that unforgettable result, Gunji entered July with impressive performance. She was not arranged, but defeated a series of strong opponents to move deeply. Gunji has reached the semi -finals and achievements for any set in this year's tournament.
Gunji generals include Gregoria Tunjung, Chiu Battery and especially Han Yue. The Chinese player is currently in the top of the world, but she is completely helpless against Gunji with high form. The match closed in just 42 minutes, when Gunji won 21-17, 21-10.
Gunji's opponent in the semi -finals is An Se Young No. 1 seed. Japan expanded 2025 to witness An Se Young in a very high form. However, with existing performance, Gunji may be more or less surprised by the world's No. 1 female player.
