Wei Chong-Kai Wun come up on top in all-Malaysian final at French Open
Malaysian pair Man Wei Chong and Tee Kai Wun defeated compatriots Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Rumsani to win the French Open men's doubles title. This victory ends a 22-year drought for Malaysia in this specific category at the tournament.
Why it matters
The win represents a major milestone for Malaysian badminton on the international stage.
Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun (left) and Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani have now won two matches each in their four encounters to date.
PETALING JAYA: Man Wei Chong-Tee Kai Wun shocked higher-ranked compatriots Goh Sze Fei-Nur Izzuddin Rumsani to lift the men’s doubles crown at the French Open tonight, ending Malaysia’s 22-year wait for a title in the category.
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