Thailand Masters: Reigning World Junior Champions Advance to Second Round
Men’s Doubles
Reigning 2024 World Junior Champions, Aaron Tai-Kang Khai Xing, have advanced to the second round of the Thailand Masters after defeating the host pair, Pongsakorn Thongkham-Wongsathorn Thongkham, today.
The match, held at Nimibutr Arena, Bangkok, saw Aaron-Khai Xing secure a straight-sets victory, 21-16, 21-18, in 31 minutes. The world number 58 pair will face Indonesia’s Muhammad Shohibul Fikri-Daniel Marthin, who triumphed over India’s K. Viraj-K. Viplav 21-13, 21-10, for a spot in the quarterfinals.
Women’s Doubles
Malaysia’s young women’s doubles pair, Ong Xin Tee-Carmen Ting, advanced to the second round after defeating India’s S. Kavipriya-S. Simran 21-17, 21-14. Ong-Carmen will face the winners of the first-round clash between Taiwan’s Lin Xiao Min-Wang Yu Qiao and Thailand’s Natchananpon Roongpiboonsopit-Sirada Roongpiboonsopit, scheduled for tomorrow.
Mixed Doubles
Malaysian professional player, Goh V Shem, partnering with South Korea’s Choi Sol Gyu, had little trouble defeating Malaysia’s Goh Boon Zhe-Wong Vin Sean 21-16, 21-18 in a 29-minute match. They are set to face Indonesia’s Leo Rolly Carnando-Bagas Maulana in the second round on Thursday.
Earlier, Leo-Bagas progressed after defeating Malaysian professionals Chia Wei Jie-Lwi Sheng Hao 21-15, 21-12.
Elimination
Malaysia’s professional men’s doubles pair, Low Hang Yee-Ng Eng Chong, were eliminated after a 21-17, 21-19 loss to Thailand’s Chaloempon Charoenkitamorn-Worrapol Thongsa Nga.
Conclusion
The Thailand Masters has seen a mix of thrilling matches and close contests, with several Malaysian pairs advancing to the second round. With the tournament heating up, fans can look forward to an exciting few days of badminton action.
FAQs
Q: Who are the reigning 2024 World Junior Champions?
A: Aaron Tai-Kang Khai Xing is the reigning 2024 World Junior Champions.
Q: Who did Aaron-Khai Xing defeat in the first round?
A: Aaron-Khai Xing defeated the host pair, Pongsakorn Thongkham-Wongsathorn Thongkham.
Q: Who will Aaron-Khai Xing face in the second round?
A: Aaron-Khai Xing will face Indonesia’s Muhammad Shohibul Fikri-Daniel Marthin.