Aaron Tai-Roy King enter Arctic Open semis
Malaysian badminton pair Aaron Tai and Yap Roy King have advanced to the semi-finals of the Arctic Open after defeating a top-seeded Thai duo. The pair has maintained a perfect record in the tournament, winning all matches in straight games.
Why it matters
The success of this experimental scratch pair highlights the effectiveness of the Badminton Association of Malaysia's current talent development and rotation strategy.
Aaron Tai-Yap Roy King have been impressive in this World Tour Super 500 event by winning all their matches in straight games so far.
PETALING JAYA: Men’s doubles scratch pair Aaron Tai-Yap Roy King pulled off a third giant-killing feat at the Arctic Open by beating top Thai duo Peeratchai Sukphun-Pakkapon Teeraratsakul to enter the semi-finals.
The Malaysian duo, playing together in their first tournament, won 21-13, 21-19 in just 38 minutes at the Energia Areena in Vantaa, Finland last night.
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