Jun Hao clears first round at Japan Open
Malaysian badminton player Leong Jun Hao defeated Chi Yu Jen in the first round of the Japan Open. This victory marks a significant win for the world number 30, who now advances to the round of 16.
Why it matters
The Japan Open is a prestigious World Tour Super 750 event, and this win represents a career milestone for the rising Malaysian shuttler.
Singles shuttler Leong Jun Hao took 50 minutes to overcome Taiwan's Chi Yu Jen in straight games this morning. (Bernama pic)
PETALING JAYA: National men’s singles shuttler Leong Jun Hao got off to a winning start at the Japan Open by defeating a higher-ranked Taiwanese player in the opening round of the World Tour Super 750 championships this morning.
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