Malaysia make it to semi-finals of Thomas Cup
Malaysian shuttlers and coaches celebrate the country’s win against Japan in the quarter-finals of the Thomas Cup tonight. (Bernama pic)
PETALING JAYA: Malaysia have made it to the semi-finals of the Thomas Cup in Chengdu, China, after taking an unassailable 3-1 lead against Japan.
Malaysia’s winning point was secured by the second doubles pair of Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani, who beat Akira Koga-Taichi Saito in three games, 18-21, 21-15, 21-12.
Malaysia will meet the winner of the China-India match in the semi-finals.
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