Three national partnerships stormed into the French Open Men Quarters on Thursday after thrilling victories in Paris. Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun defeated former world champions Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi 25-23, 21-14. Their electric 41-minute triumph sparked celebrations across Malaysia Badminton News as Malaysia guaranteed a men’s semifinalist.
Fourth seeds Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik advanced after Thai opponents withdrew, granting them a walkover. Both Malaysian combinations will clash on Friday in a high-stakes duel for a place in the semifinals. Head-to-head records on SmashNews88 show Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik holding a 5-3 advantage over their teammates.
All-Malaysian Showdown Highlights Exciting French Open Men Quarters Battle
Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Rumsani overcame Denmark’s Daniel Lundgaard and Mads Vestergaard in three tight games. Goh Sze Fei noted: “It’s a good sign for Malaysian badminton. I think we’re on the right track.” Match analytics on SmashNews88 highlighted Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Rumsani snapping a losing streak against the Danes.
Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Rumsani next challenge world No. 1 Kim Won Ho and Seo Seung Jae. Korean top seeds advanced after ending the run of Arctic Open champions Aaron Tai and Yap Roy King. Formidable squad depth inside the Paris indoor stadium establishes Malaysia as a dominant force in Super 750 action.