Great Britain's Rajiv Ouseph wins in badminton singles opener

Great Britain's Rajiv Ouseph won his opening match in the men's badminton singles in a tough encounter.

Rajiv Ouseph produced an excellent display to beat Sweden's Henri Hurskainen and give himself a strong chance of making the tournament's knockout stages.

Ouseph won the match by two sets to one, improving when it mattered to take the third and final set 21-15.

A total of 17 shuttles were used during the Group M match, with the sets scored 22-20 17-21 21-15.

Ouseph will now face Kevin Cordon of Guatemala on Tuesday afternoon, knowing a win will allow the Briton to qualify from the competition's group stage.