Malaysia's top doubles pairs, Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah in women's doubles, and Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik in men's doubles, showcased their skills at the Denmark Open, reaching the quarter-finals in a thrilling display of badminton prowess.
Key Takeaways
- Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah advanced to the quarter-finals after a comeback victory.
- Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik faced a tough defeat against a Chinese duo.
- The women's doubles pair remains the only Malaysian representatives in the tournament.
Pearly and Thinaah's Remarkable Comeback
Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah made headlines with their impressive performance against South Korea's Lee Yu Lim and Shin Seung Chan. After losing the first game, they rallied back to win the match with scores of 20-22, 21-18, and 21-16. This victory secured their spot in the quarter-finals, where they are set to face Japan's Kie Nakanishi and Rin Iwagana for a chance to advance to the semi-finals.
Aaron and Wooi Yik's Quarter-Final Challenge
In the men's doubles, Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik also reached the quarter-finals, overcoming fellow Malaysians Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun in a closely contested match. The final scores were 21-23, 21-17, and 21-16. However, their journey ended in the quarter-finals as they faced China's Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi, where they were defeated 20-22, 15-21. This loss marked their first defeat against the Chinese pair this year, having previously beaten them in earlier tournaments.
Mixed Doubles Performance
Unfortunately, both Malaysian pairs in the mixed doubles category were unable to progress further. Hoo Pang Ron and Cheng Su Yin lost to China's Jiang Zhen Bang and Wei Yaxin with scores of 8-21, 23-21, and 14-21. Meanwhile, Tan Kian Meng and Lai Pei Jing were defeated by South Korea's Jeong Na-eun and Kim Won-ho, ending their match at 21-16, 18-21, and 16-21.
Looking Ahead
As the tournament progresses, all eyes will be on Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah as they carry the hopes of Malaysian badminton into the semi-finals. Their resilience and skill will be crucial as they face tough competition from Japan. Meanwhile, Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik will look to regroup and prepare for future tournaments after their quarter-final exit.
The Denmark Open continues to be a significant event in the badminton calendar, showcasing top talent from around the world. Malaysian fans remain hopeful for a strong showing from their remaining representatives as the competition heats up.
