Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik Crash Out of 2024 Arctic Open
Early Exit for Paris Olympics Bronze Medalists
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia’s top men’s doubles pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik crashed out of the 2024 Arctic Open when they lost to England’s Ben Lane-Sean Vendy in straight games last night.
Inconsistent Form
The Paris Olympics bronze medallists, who have been plagued by injuries since August, offered little resistance against their opponents, losing 13-21, 8-21 in their round of 16 match at the Energia Areena in Vantaa, Finland. Their inconsistent form has been a concern, and this result is a testament to the issues they are facing.
Other Malaysian Contenders
However, two other Malaysian men’s doubles pairs are still in contention, having qualified for today’s quarter-finals. Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, who have continued their fine form in recent weeks, will take on Indonesia’s Fajar Alfian-Muhammad Rian Ardianto, while Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun face a tricky match against China’s Liang Weikeng-Wang Chan.
Singles and Mixed Doubles Contenders
Other Malaysians vying for semi-final spots are national singles shuttler Lee Zii Jia, who will face Koki Watanabe of Japan; women’s double pair Pearly Tan-M Thinaah, who will take on Chang Ching Hui-Yang Ching Tun of China; and mixed doubles pairs Hoo Pan Rong-Cheng Su Yin and Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Jemie Lai, who will feature in an all-Malaysian clash.
Conclusion
While the exit of Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik is a setback for Malaysian badminton, there are still several contenders in the tournament. Malaysia will be hoping that its other players can deliver and bring home some much-wanted titles.
FAQs
- When did Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik crash out of the 2024 Arctic Open?
- They lost to England’s Ben Lane-Sean Vendy in straight games last night.
- How many Malaysian men’s doubles pairs are still in contention in the quarter-finals?
- Two pairs, Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani and Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun.
- Who are some of the other Malaysian contenders vying for semi-final spots?
- Lee Zii Jia in singles, Pearly Tan-M Thinaah in women’s doubles, and Hoo Pan Rong-Cheng Su Yin and Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Jemie Lai in mixed doubles.