YONEX All England 2023: Mairs blames 'demons' for devastating loss in Birmingham
Manchester badminton star Greg Mairs blamed psychological 'demons' for a heartbreaking defeat at the sport's oldest and most prestigious tournament. Mairs and mixed doubles partner Jenny Moore were on the brink of a maiden victory in the first round of the YONEX All England Open, staged at Utilita Arena Birmingham. Ad They won the first set 21-15 against South Korea's Kim Won Ho and Jeong Na Eun and despite being pegged back in the second, were 16-10 up and cruising in the decider.