Chinese badminton stars delivered edge-of-your-seat action at the BWF Malaysia Open quarterfinals today, securing multiple semifinal spots in dramatic fashion! 🌟
Shi Yuqi Survives Thriller
World No. 1 Shi Yuqi battled through a 73-minute marathon against Chinese Taipei's Chou Tien-chen, clinching victory 21-16, 19-21, 21-17. The match saw Chou pull off a jaw-dropping comeback in the second game before Shi unleashed his signature smashes to advance. 🚀 This marks Shi's fourth consecutive win over Chou!
Li Shifeng Joins the Party
China's World No. 7 Li Shifeng rallied after dropping the first game to defeat Chi Yu-yen (Chinese Taipei) 14-21, 21-13, 21-7. The final game turned into a masterclass as Li dominated with 14 consecutive points at one stage. 🔥 The semifinal will now feature an all-Chinese showdown between Shi and Li!
Mixed Doubles Power Move
Top seeds Feng Yanzhe/Huang Dongping stormed past Chinese Taipei's Yang Po-Hsuan/Hu Ling Fang 21-19, 21-14. Their precise net play sets up a semifinal clash with Malaysian pair Chen Tang Jie/Toe Ee Wei. 🏅
With three Chinese athletes/teams in the semis, Saturday's matches promise fireworks! 🎆 Who's ready for more shuttlecock magic?
