Malaysia Open 2025: Kim Won Ho-Seo Seung Jae Claim Historic Title
The 2025 Malaysia Open saw a thrilling conclusion with Kim Won Ho-Seo Seung Jae, a sensational South Korean men’s doubles scratch pair, winning their first-ever tournament together. The pair, who have been playing together for a short period, defeated Chen Bo Yang-Liu Yi in the final with a final score of 19-21, 21-12, 21-12, taking just one hour and four minutes to seal the victory.
A Fairytale Ending
Seung Jae expressed happiness at securing their first-ever Malaysia Open title, but was uncertain about the longevity of their partnership. "We don’t know what is going to happen to our partnership. It will be decided by our coach later," he said in a post-match interview.
This victory marks the second time a South Korean duo has won a title in the Malaysia Open, with An Se Young, the women’s singles ace, also defending her crown earlier in the day.
Thailand’s Mixed Doubles Pair Spring Surprise
In another surprise result, Thailand’s new mixed doubles pair, Dechapol Puavaranukroh-Supissara Paewsampran, defeated first seeds Feng Yang Zheng-Huang Dong Ping of China, winning 21-13, 19-21, 21-18 to claim their first Malaysia Open title.
Dechapol was ecstatic to have finally won the title, saying, "I am very happy I can do it this time. We try our best to win this title."
Women’s Doubles Event
Japanese pair Yuki Fukushima and Mayu Matsumoto also had to dig deep to beat Jia Yi Fan-Zhang Shu Xian 17-21, 21-15, 21-15, with Fukushima achieving her goal of securing her second Malaysia Open title.
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Conclusion
The 2025 Malaysia Open has seen a thrilling conclusion, with new champions emerging in the men’s and mixed doubles events. Kim Won Ho-Seo Seung Jae’s victory marks a fairytale ending to their first-ever tournament together, while Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh-Supissara Paewsampran’s win is a major upset in the mixed doubles event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who won the men’s doubles title at the 2025 Malaysia Open?
A: Kim Won Ho-Seo Seung Jae, a South Korean scratch pair, won the title, defeating Chen Bo Yang-Liu Yi in the final.
Q: Who defended their title in the women’s singles event at the 2025 Malaysia Open?
A: An Se Young, the South Korean women’s singles ace, defended her crown, beating Wang Zhi Yi of China, 21-17, 21-7.
Q: Who won the mixed doubles title at the 2025 Malaysia Open?
A: Thailand’s new mixed doubles pair, Dechapol Puavaranukroh-Supissara Paewsampran, defeated first seeds Feng Yang Zheng-Huang Dong Ping of China, winning 21-13, 19-21, 21-18 to claim their first Malaysia Open title.