Leong Jun Hao Crashes Out of Indonesia Masters, Men’s Doubles Shine
National Singles Shuttler’s Poor Start to the Year Continues
National singles shuttler Leong Jun Hao’s struggles in Badminton World Federation (BWF) tournaments continued as he was knocked out in the first round of the Indonesia Masters badminton tournament by China’s Weng Hong Yang in straight games at Istora Senayan Stadium in Jakarta.
Hong Yang took 40 minutes to defeat the lower-ranked Malaysian 21-14, 21-13. This is the third time Jun Hao has lost to the Chinese player in as many meetings. The Malaysian shuttler had a poor start to the year, beginning with the Malaysia Open early this month where he was eliminated in the first round. At the India Open last week, he lost in the second round.
Men’s Doubles Excel, Mixed and Women’s Doubles Pairs Also Advance
However, the men’s doubles have had a better showing, with five of the six pairs making it to the last 16 tomorrow. The pairs that have advanced to the next round are Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, Low Hang Yee-Ng Eng Cheong, Nur Azriyn Ayub-Tan Wee Kiong, Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun, and Arif Junaidi-Yap Roy King.
The mixed doubles top national pair Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei, Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Lai Jemie, and Hoo Pang Ron-Cheng Su Yin have also cleared their first-round hurdles to go into the last 16. Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Jemie Lai will play their opener later today.
In the women’s doubles, two Malaysian pairs, Pearly Tan-M Thinaah and Go Pei Kee-Teoh Mei Xing, have made it to the second round. In the women’s singles, K Letshanaa managed to enter the second round after a narrow win over her Ukranian opponent, but her compatriot Goh Jin Wei fell in the opener to a Taiwanese player.
Conclusion
Leong Jun Hao’s struggles in the Indonesia Masters highlight the need for him to work on his game if he wants to compete with the best in the world. Meanwhile, the men’s doubles have shown promise, and the mixed and women’s doubles pairs have also had success in the tournament. With more experience and improvement, the Malaysian badminton team can continue to grow and compete at the highest level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was Leong Jun Hao’s score in the match against Weng Hong Yang?
A: Leong Jun Hao lost to Weng Hong Yang in straight games, 21-14, 21-13.
Q: How many pairs of men’s doubles have made it to the last 16?
A: Five pairs of men’s doubles have made it to the last 16, including Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, Low Hang Yee-Ng Eng Cheong, Nur Azriyn Ayub-Tan Wee Kiong, Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun, and Arif Junaidi-Yap Roy King.
Q: Which pairs of mixed doubles have made it to the last 16?
A: The mixed doubles pairs that have made it to the last 16 are Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei, Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Lai Jemie, and Hoo Pang Ron-Cheng Su Yin.