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The Sun
a day ago
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- The Sun
Indonesian scratch pair stuns Aaron-Wooi Yik in China Open final
INDONESIAN scratch pair Fajar Alfian-Muhammad Shohibul Fikri pulled off a stunning victory against Malaysia's Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik in the 2025 China Open men's doubles final. The newly formed duo, paired just last week, dominated the match with a 21-15, 21-14 win in just 35 minutes at the Olympic Sports Centre Gymnasium. The world number two Malaysian pair struggled to counter the Indonesians' precision and control, particularly in windy conditions on Court One. Wooi Yik admitted their rivals outperformed them in shot placement and front-court exchanges. 'They controlled the shuttle very well, especially in the first three shots, which was crucial. Their style is similar to ours, but they executed better today,' he said in a BWF recording. Aaron echoed his partner's sentiments, acknowledging the Indonesians' exceptional form. 'Their shot quality was outstanding. As a scratch pair, we needed more time to adapt to their gameplay. Their run this week was god-like—they even beat the world number one,' he said. Despite the loss, Aaron-Wooi Yik remain focused on their next challenge—the 2025 BWF World Championships in Paris. Wooi Yik emphasized staying composed under pressure. 'We believe in our gameplay and training. There's still a month to prepare, and we'll take it match by match,' he said. The Malaysians have won three titles this season but fell short of adding the China Open to their tally. Meanwhile, the Indonesian pair's rapid rise signals a new threat in men's doubles badminton. – Bernama
Barnama
a day ago
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- Barnama
Indonesian Scratch Pair Deny Aaron-Wooi Yik To Win 2025 China Open Title
KUALA LUMPUR, July 27 (Bernama) -- Indonesian scratch pair Fajar Alfian-Muhammad Shohibul Fikri managed to defy all odds and beat national doubles pair Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik to win the 2025 China Open men's doubles title. World number two pair Aaron-Wooi Yik failed to match the synergy of the Indonesian pair and trailed 1-9 before losing 15-21 in the first game of their final match at the Olympic Sports Centre Gynmasium in Changzhou, China. Sensing a chance at victory, the Indonesians, who were put together only last week at the Japan Open, piled on the pressure in the second game, and confidently marched to a 21-14 victory against the Malaysians in 35 minutes.
The Sun
6 days ago
- Sport
- The Sun
Hon Jian-Haikal exit China Open first round, Jun Hao advances
NATIONAL men's doubles pair Choong Hon Jian-Muhammad Haikal Nazri suffered an early exit at the 2025 China Open Badminton Championships in Changzhou today. The world No. 53 duo lost to Indonesia's Fajar Alfian-Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in straight games, 21-11, 21-10, in just 23 minutes. In contrast, Malaysia's Leong Jun Hao secured a spot in the men's singles second round after defeating Japan's Kenta Nishimoto 21-15, 21-18. His next challenge will be top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn of Thailand. Meanwhile, mixed doubles pair Wong Tien Ci-Lim Chiew Sien staged a comeback to overcome India's Rohan Kapoor-Ruthvika Shivani Gadde 25-27, 21-16, 21-14. Their reward is a tough second-round clash against China's top seeds Feng Yan Zhe-Huang Dong Ping. - Bernama
Barnama
6 days ago
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- Barnama
China Open: Hon Jian-Muhammad Haikal Fall In First Round
KUALA LUMPUR, July 22 (Bernama) -- National men's doubles pair Choong Hon Jian-Muhammad Haikal Nazri crashed out in the first round of the 2025 China Open Badminton Championships in Changzhou today. The world No. 53 pair were shown the exit in the Super 1000 tournament by Indonesia's world No. 210 duo, Fajar Alfian-Muhammad Shohibul Fikri, who beat them 21-11, 21-10 in just 23 minutes. In the men's singles, Leong Jun Hao advanced to the second round after defeating Japan's Kenta Nishimoto 21-15, 21-18.
The Sun
18-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Malaysia shines at Japan Open 2025 with key badminton victories
MALAYSIAN shuttlers delivered strong performances at the 2025 Japan Open Badminton Championships, with key victories in men's and women's doubles. National top pair Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani fought hard for a 21-13, 17-21, 22-20 win over Indonesia's Fajar Alfian-Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling quarter-final clash. This marks their first victory against the Indonesian duo, setting up a semi-final showdown with Taiwan's Liu Kuang Heng-Yang Po Han. The Malaysians previously defeated the Taiwanese pair in last year's edition. Another Malaysian men's pair, Ong Yew Sin-Teo Ee Yi, caused an upset by ousting China's fifth seeds Liang Wei Keng-Wang Chang 25-23, 21-19. They will next face South Korea's Kim Won Ho-Seo Seong Jae, who earlier eliminated compatriots Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun. In women's doubles, Pearly Tan-M. Thinaah continued their dominance over South Korea's Jeong Na Eun-Lee Yeon Woo with a 21-15, 21-19 win. However, they now face a tough semi-final against Japan's Nami Matsuyama-Chiharu Shida, who have won 13 of their 14 past meetings. Mixed doubles pair Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei also progressed, defeating Japan's Yuichi Shimogami-Sayaka Hobara 21-14, 21-12. They will meet China's Jiang Zhen Bang-Wei Ya Xin next, seeking redemption after last year's quarter-final loss.
