What happened (final outcomes and match-turning points)

Alex Lanier became the first French men’s singles world champion after beating Japan’s Kodai Naraoka in the final in straight sets. Se-young won his final against defending champion Akane Yamaguchi, and Korea’s return to top positions is linked to Se-young’s win.

The finals narrative highlights turning points during play. Alex Lanier is described as adopting a more aggressive approach after a close start. Se-young is described as building early leads and capitalising on unforced errors.

Background and earlier position (who the key players represented)

Kodai Naraoka was the men’s singles opponent faced by Alex Lanier in the world title final. Akane Yamaguchi was the defending champion in the women’s singles category covered in the narrative, and Se-young’s win is linked to her losing the defending title.

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