Chen Tang Jie stepped up in style to support an unwell Toh Ee Wei as the Malaysian mixed doubles pair fought their way into the China Masters quarter-finals. Despite Ee Wei battling flu and a persistent cough, the world No. 3 duo overcame Indonesia’s Jafar Hidayatullah-Felisha Pasaribu 21-13, 13-21, 21-16 in a gritty 63-minute clash. “I’m still sick, but Tang Jie really gave his all,” said Ee Wei, who turned 24 on the day of the win. Meanwhile, Goh Soon Huat and Shevon Lai Jemie’s struggles continued with another early exit, highlighting a worrying dip in form.
