India Open: Miserable Day for Malaysia as Two More Pairs Crash Out
Fourth Malaysian Pair Knocked Out
National men’s doubles pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik have become the fourth Malaysian pair to be knocked out in the semi-finals of the India Open, making it a dismal day for Malaysia in New Delhi today.
Remaining Hope Fades
Only one Malaysian pair, Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, are still in the hunt in the other semi-final, but it will be an uphill battle as they face home pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty.
Aaron-Wooi Yik’s Defeat
World No 5 pair Aaron-Wooi Yik lost to South Korea’s Kim Won Ho-Seo Seung Jae in straight games of 20-22, 19-21. The unranked South Korean pair, who were playing for only the second time as partners, took 41 minutes to defeat the Malaysian duo, whose loss was a repeat of their failure last year also in the semi-final of the same tournament.
Other Malaysian Pairs’ Defeats
Earlier, mixed doubles shuttlers Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Jemie Lai and Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei, as well as women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan-M Thinaah, lost their semi-final matches.
Prize Money for Aaron-Wooi Yik
Aaron-Wooi Yik will take home US$13,300 (RM59,000) as semi-finalists.
Conclusion
It has been a disappointing day for Malaysia in the India Open, with four pairs crashing out of the semi-finals. While Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani still have a chance, they face a tough task against the home pair. The defeat of Aaron-Wooi Yik, in particular, is a setback, as they were among the favorites to win the title.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many Malaysian pairs have been knocked out in the semi-finals of the India Open?
A: Four pairs, including Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, have been knocked out.
Q: Who is the only remaining Malaysian pair in the semi-finals?
A: Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani are the only remaining pair, facing home pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty.
Q: How much prize money will Aaron-Wooi Yik receive as semi-finalists?
A: Aaron-Wooi Yik will take home US$13,300 (RM59,000) as semi-finalists.