Pang Ron-Pei Jing shine again to book semis slot at China Masters
They score a third consecutive upset by defeating a higher-ranked Taiwanese pair in their quarter-final match.
Malaysian badminton duo Hoo Pang Ron-Lai Pei Jing have made a triumphant return to the semi-finals of the China Masters, a World Tour Super 750 event. This marks their first appearance in the second round of such a prestigious tournament. The world No 85 pair achieved a remarkable feat just four months after forming their partnership, defeating Taiwan's world No 48 duo Liu Kuang Heng-Hsu Yin Hui 24-22, 21-5 in a 35-minute match at the Sports Centre Gymnasium in Shenzen.
Their remarkable journey continues as they prepare to face either Taiwan's world No 34 Wu Guan Xun-Lee Chia Hsin or China's 28th-ranked Zhu Yi Jun-Li Qian in their last-four clash tomorrow. Their last-16 match victory over China's ninth-ranked pair Cheng Xing-Zhang Chi in straight games showcased their exceptional skills. Earlier, they had also defeated Hong Kong's Chan Yin Chak-Ng Tsz Yau, who hold a 60-slot ranking advantage over them.
The Malaysian badminton community has rallied in support of the talented duo, flooding social media with messages expressing their unwavering encouragement.
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