KUALA LUMPUR - Chinese shuttlers put on a strong show on Day 2 of Malaysia Masters 2025 here on Wednesday, making a successful comeback and advancing in four categories.
In the men's singles, Li Shifeng smashed Thailand's Kantaphon Wangcharoen winning 21-9, 21-8 in a quick 35-minute match at the Axiata Arena, while Weng Hongyang also advanced after defeating his teammate Lei Lanxi.
Women's singles shuttler Han Qianxi skillfully overcame Letshanaa Karupathevan of Malaysia 10-21, 21-19, 21-12, while her compatriots Gao Fangjie, Wang Zhiyi and Han Yue also secured their places in the next round.
Women's doubles duo Keng Shuliang/Li Huazhou outmatched Ornnicha Jongsathapornparn and Sukitta Suwachai of Thailand 21-15, 21-11.
In the mixed doubles, Jiang Zhenbang/Wei Yaxin, Cheng Xing/Zhang Chi, Guo Xinwa/Chen Fanghui all progressed to the next round.
The Malaysia Masters 2025 runs from May 20 to 25.
