Malaysia’s Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Lai made a strong start for their country in the round of 16 at the South Korean Masters Tournament. The mixed doubles pair displayed exceptional skills and determination as they defeated the home representatives, An Yun Seong and Lee Yeon Woo, in a thrilling encounter. Their victory not only propelled them to the next round but also showcased Malaysia’s competitive edge in international badminton.
With this impressive win, Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Lai have set the stage for a promising campaign for Malaysia in the tournament.
They had no trouble confirming their reputation as the fifth seed by claiming a 21-11, 21-13 victory.
However, another national mixed doubles in the 300 series ran aground when Yap Roy King-Valeree Siow was overshadowed by the ability of Kim Won Ho-Jeong Na Eun 11-21-11, 12-21.