Saturday, 23 Nov 2024

BWF World Tour: Chia and Soh Claim First Title and Set Their Sights on More

Starting next week at the YONEX French Open 2023, Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik shall no longer field questions on the absence of an HSBC BWF World Tour title on their CV. The pair broke through at the VICTOR Denmark Open 2023, sealing their first World Tour victory.

Chia and Soh, the fifth seeds, defeated unseeded Indonesians Bagas Maulana and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in straight games to open their World Tour account at the Jyske Bank Arena in Odense. With this win, they finally put an end to their six World Tour finals losing streak.

“We always had the belief in ourselves and trusted our partnership,” Chia said. “We never gave up, although we’ve been waiting for five, six years. And now we finally did it. There’s more to come.”

The Malaysians, who became the first shuttlers from their country to be world champions last year, have always remained resilient. Despite playing bridesmaids at several major events, including the All England, India, Indonesia, and China Opens, they continued their quest for a World Tour title. Their perseverance paid off as they clinched the Denmark Open.

When asked about their successful performance, Soh attributed it to their solid defense and precise execution of the first three shots. The duo’s defensive stance kept them in an advantageous position, ultimately securing the victory.

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Chia and Soh’s triumph not only marked their own success but also brought an end to Malaysia’s seven-year wait for Denmark Open winners. The last Malaysian pair to claim victory at this tournament was Goh V Shem and Tan Wee Kiong in 2016.

With their first title under their belt, Chia and Soh have now set their sights on winning more tournaments. Their motivation is fueled by the desire to answer the question, “When is your second title coming?”

In conclusion, Chia and Soh have showcased their resilience, perseverance, and belief in themselves throughout their journey to clinch their first World Tour title. Their victory at the Denmark Open marks a significant milestone for Malaysian badminton and sets the stage for more successes in the future.

FAQs

Q: How long did Chia and Soh have to wait for their first World Tour title?
A: Chia and Soh had been waiting for five to six years before securing their first World Tour title at the Denmark Open 2023.

Q: What position did Chia and Soh achieve at the Denmark Open 2023?
A: Chia and Soh claimed victory at the Denmark Open 2023, defeating Bagas Maulana and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in straight games.

Q: Why is their victory significant for Malaysian badminton?
A: Chia and Soh’s victory at the Denmark Open 2023 not only ends Malaysia’s seven-year wait for winners at this tournament but also highlights their resilience and determination.

Summary

Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik have finally broken their six finals losing streak to secure their first HSBC BWF World Tour title at the Denmark Open 2023. The Malaysians, who became the first shuttlers from their country to be world champions last year, have been resilient in their quest for a World Tour victory. Their success at the Denmark Open marks a significant milestone for Malaysian badminton and sets the stage for their pursuit of future titles. With their solid defense and precise execution, Chia and Soh have proven their ability to compete at a high level and are motivated to continue their winning streak.

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