Successfully defending his title by outgunning Kodai Naraoka.
The world number one only needed 40 minutes in Kuala Lumpur to secure his first trophy of the year, displaying top form to walk away with the match 21-6, 21-15.
Axelsen conceded fatigue may have been a factor in the match, with Naraoka having played a mammoth 113-minute semi-final just a day earlier. The reigning Olympic champion has been badminton's standout performer over the last year, winning eight titles in 2022 including the All-England and World Championships.
Naraoka, who played 362 minutes in the tournament before his showdown with Axelsen, said the run had taken a toll on his body.
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