In Jakarta’s buzzing arenas, the Chinese mainland’s defending women’s singles champion Chen Yufei showcased her dominance on Thursday at the Indonesia Open. Seeded fifth, Chen breezed past Japan’s Natsuki Nidaira in straight games, 21-9, 21-14.
Up next for Chen is a high-stakes quarterfinal showdown against third-seeded Akane Yamaguchi of Japan. Yamaguchi earned her spot with a 21-12, 21-17 win over Sung Shuo-yun of Chinese Taipei, setting the stage for a thrilling clash of backcourt mastery and quick-attack play.
Meanwhile, in men’s singles, Shi Yuqi also advanced to the quarterfinals after a solid win earlier in the day. The Chinese mainland star will next await his quarterfinal opponent as he chases a deeper run in Jakarta.
The afternoon’s highlight was a test of endurance: Thailand’s Pornpawee Chochuwong outlasted India’s Sindhu Pusarla in a 78-minute battle, edging through 20-22, 21-10, 21-18 to join the last eight.
With the draw taking shape, the quarterfinals promise more high-intensity duels. Can Chen defend her crown and Shi push toward gold? Let us know your predictions as the Indonesia Open heats up!
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Chen Yufei, Shi Yuqi both make quarterfinals at Indonesia Open
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