Sydney, Australia — Malaysia’s top professional men’s doubles pair Goh Sze Fei–Nur Izzuddin Rumsani survived a tense three-game battle today to book their place in the 2025 Australian Open quarterfinals, showing grit and control when it mattered most at Olympic Boulevard.
🎥 Highlights: Goh Sze Fei/Nur Izzuddin vs. Liu Kuang Heng/Yang Po Han
A Rocky Start, But a Strong Finish
Seeded second, the Malaysian pair were stunned early as Taiwan’s Liu Kuang Heng–Yang Po Han stole the opening game 23–21, despite Goh–Izzuddin initially controlling the rallies.
The Malaysians regrouped quickly in the second game, tightening their defense and increasing the tempo to level the match 21–17.
The decider was one-way traffic. With renewed confidence, Goh–Izzuddin dominated from start to finish, sealing the third game 21–10 and completing the win in 59 minutes.
This victory comes at a crucial time, especially after the pair narrowly missed qualification for the 2025 BWF World Tour Finals in Hangzhou.
Man Wei Chong–Tee Kai Wun Also March Into Quarterfinals
Malaysia celebrated additional success as world No. 5 pair Man Wei Chong–Tee Kai Wun, already qualified for the year-end Finals, secured their spot in the last eight after a commanding win over Denmark’s Kjaer brothers, Christian Faust Kjaer/Rasmus Kjaer, 21–11, 21–16.
The match marked their first meeting, and the Malaysian duo never looked threatened, maintaining full control throughout.
Choong Hon Jian–Muhammad Haikal Exit in Second Round
In the same section of the draw, Malaysians Choong Hon Jian–Muhammad Haikal were unable to hold on after winning the opening game. Indonesia’s Raymond Indra–Nikolaus Joaquin mounted a strong comeback to prevail 18–21, 21–17, 21–15, ending Malaysian hopes of an all-Malaysia quarterfinal against Man–Tee.
Wong Ling Ching Falls to Michelle Li
In women’s singles, Malaysia’s Wong Ling Ching could not replicate last week’s impressive win over Canada’s Michelle Li. The former world top-10 shuttler outplayed Ling Ching 21–16, 21–11, showing better control and consistency in the 35-minute encounter.
Ling Ching had shocked Michelle Li at the Japan Masters earlier, but the Canadian veteran responded strongly in their rematch.
