Malaysia’s Badminton Hopefuls Fall Short at China Masters
Tough Day for Malaysian Badminton Teams
PETALING JAYA: It was a tough day for Malaysian badminton teams at the Li-Ning China Masters, with three pairs being eliminated at the quarter-finals stage. The latest to fall was the men’s doubles pair Goh Sze-Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, who were defeated 18-21, 21-19, 23-21 in 64 minutes by Indonesia’s Sabar Karyaman Gutama-Mob Reza Pahlevi Isfahani.
Third Malaysian Pair to Fall Short
Sze Fei-Izzuddin, ranked world No 8, were the third Malaysian pair to be eliminated at the quarter-finals, following Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik and Pearly Tan-M Thinaah, who were sent packing earlier in the day.
Indonesians to Face Chinese Pair in Semifinals
The Indonesians, ranked world No 13, will now face China’s second seeds Ren Xiang Yu-He Ji Ting, who earlier defeated Malaysia’s top men’s doubles pair Aaron-Wooi Yik.
World Tour Finals Secured for Sze Fei-Izzuddin
Despite their elimination at the China Masters, Sze Fei-Izzuddin have already secured their place in the World Tour Finals in Hangzhou, China, next month. The WTF is highly coveted, offering US$210,000 (RM937,500) for the doubles winners in all three categories and also substantial points for the final ranking.
Other Malaysian Teams Secure Spots in World Tour Finals
Malaysia’s men’s singles player Lee Zii Jia, mixed doubles pairs Cheng Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei and Goh Soon Huat-Shevon Lai, as well as women’s doubles shuttlers Pearly-Thinaah, have also secured their spots in the WTF.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who are the Malaysian badminton players eliminated at the quarter-finals stage of the China Masters?
A: The men’s doubles pair Goh Sze-Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik, and Pearly Tan-M Thinaah.
Q: Who will Sze Fei-Izzuddin face in the World Tour Finals?
A: Sze Fei-Izzuddin have already secured their place in the World Tour Finals, but the opponent has not been confirmed yet.
Q: How much is the prize money for the winners of the World Tour Finals?
A: The prize money for the winners of the World Tour Finals is US$210,000 (RM937,500) for the doubles winners in all three categories.