Denmark Open 2024: Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik Cruise to Second Round
Victory in the First Round
The national men’s doubles pair of Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, the Paris Olympics bronze medallists, passed the first hurdle in their quest to defend the Denmark Open title after beating Japan’s Kenya Mitsuhashi and Hiroki Okamura 28-26, 21-11 at the Jyske Bank Arena in Odense.
Rusty Start
The pair had to fight hard for 49 minutes before securing victory to enter the second round of the badminton championship. Aaron admitted that they were rusty after a long period without a competitive match and had to persevere to find their rhythm. "I think we have been away from tournament play for a long time. Of course, we can say that we have the experience but it’s been a really long time since we were on the court, and there are still a lot of things to get used to again," he said.
Change of Strategy
Wooi Yik, who is recovering from a broken toe injury, said a change of strategy in the second game sealed their victory. "I think we had more variety in the second game. We tried to be patient and it worked. Actually, (after) the first few points in the second game, we just continued with our rhythm," he said.
What’s Next?
In the second round, Aaron and Wooi Yik will meet either fellow countrymen Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun or Callum Hemming-Ethan Van Leeuwen of England.
Mixed Doubles Match
Meanwhile, the national mixed doubles pair of Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Jemie Lai lost 21-9, 22-24, 10-24 to Thom Gicquel-Delphine Delrue from France.
Conclusion
Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik’s victory is a testament to their determination and perseverance. After a long break, they had to work hard to regain their rhythm and find a winning strategy. Their change of pace in the second game proved to be the key to their success, and they will look to build on this momentum in their next match.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What was the score of Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik’s match against Japan’s Kenya Mitsuhashi and Hiroki Okamura?
A: 28-26, 21-11
Q: How long did Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik have to fight before securing victory?
A: 49 minutes
Q: What is the next match for Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik?
A: They will meet either fellow countrymen Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun or Callum Hemming-Ethan Van Leeuwen of England in the second round.