Wee Kiong and Azriyn storm into the Macau Open quarterfinals as the top seeds battle to end a two-year drought.
Malaysia Badminton News confirms the experienced duo defeated compatriots Boon Xin Yuan and Lwi Sheng Hao 21-17, 22-20 on Thursday.
This crucial win at the East Asian Games Dome eases pressure after a series of disappointing first-round exits last month.
SmashNews reports that the top-seeded veterans are desperately searching for consistency on the international circuit.
They will now face fellow Malaysians Low Hang Yee and Ng Eng Cheong in an all-national last-eight clash.
Hang Yee and Eng Cheong secured their own spot after ousting Singapore’s eighth seeds 21-18, 21-14.
Ending the Semi Final Drought at the Macau Open quarterfinals
The upcoming battle represents a major test of national squad depth on the BWF World Tour.
In the women’s doubles category, second seeds Carmen Ting and Ong Xin Yee also advanced.
They dispatched Taiwan’s Chou Yun-an and Sung Yi-hsuan 21-13, 21-17 to reach the Macau Open quarterfinals.
Smashnews understands that they must now overcome a formidable South Korean combination to reach the semi-finals.
Mixed doubles pair Hoo Pang Ron and Lai Pei Jing also secured a comfortable 21-13, 21-12 victory.
They outclassed their Taiwanese opponents to continue their positive development as a newly formed partnership.
Every match in Baoji is vital for players chasing higher standing and crucial world ranking points.
Our athletes must maintain high-intensity athletic performance to satisfy the national fan base.
The nation remains hopeful that multiple pairs can secure podium finishes on the global stage in 2026.