Pearly Tan-M Thinaah’s Hopes at Denmark Open Come to an End
Quarter-Final Exit
PETALING JAYA: Pearly Tan-M Thinaah’s hopes at the 2024 Denmark Open badminton championship came to an end last night after they lost in their quarter-final match to Japan’s Kie Nakanishi-Rin Iwanaga.
Witnessing Déjà Vu
Pearly Tan-M Thinaah lost to the same Japanese pair who they had defeated in the Arctic Open semi-final last week. The Malaysian women’s doubles pair had an intense battle in the first game, with both pairs having a point-for-point exchange. However, the Japanese leading 11-10 at the break turned out to be a crucial turning point, as Kie-Rin continued to hold on to their narrow lead and took the game 22-20.
Second Game Dominance
The second game saw a different story unfold. Kie-Rin stamped their authority, taking an early lead and having a six-point advantage at 8-2. Pearly-Thinaah closed the gap, but the Japanese pair continued their dominance after the break and took the game 21-19.
A Sudden Exit
The Japanese pair’s victory was their second win in six meetings against Pearly-Thinaah, putting them ahead in their head-to-head record. With Pearly-Thinaah’s exit, no Malaysians are left in the Denmark Open, marking the end of their hopes for this year’s tournament.
Conclusion
Pearly Tan-M Thinaah’s loss to Kie-Rin-Rin marks an end to their badminton aspirations at the 2024 Denmark Open. While they had their moments of brilliance, the Japanese pair’s determination and strategic play ultimately proved to be too much for them. The Malaysian duo will now focus on regrouping and revising their tactics for future tournaments.
FAQs
- When did Pearly Tan-M Thinaah exit the 2024 Denmark Open?
Answer: Last night - Who did Pearly Tan-M Thinaah lose to?
Answer: Japan’s Kie Nakanishi-Rin Iwanaga - What was the score in the match?
Answer: 20-22, 19-21 - How many meetings has Kie-Rin won against Pearly-Thinaah?
Answer: Two out of six - Which country has the upper hand in the head-to-head record?
Answer: Japan