Satwik-Chirag edge past Indonesian pair to reach China Open quarterfinals
BEIJING: India’s top men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, stormed into the quarterfinals of the China Open Super 1000 badminton tournament with a straight-game victory over Indonesia’s Leo Rolly Carnando and Bagas Maulana on Thursday.
In a tightly-contested battle, the former world number one Indian duo held their nerve to secure a 21-19, 21-19 win against the eighth-seeded Indonesians. The match was a test of tactical discipline and resilience, with momentum swinging frequently on both sides.
Despite being pushed to the limit, Satwik and Chirag remained composed during the crucial phases of each game, using sharp net play and swift court coverage to outlast their opponents. Their victory marks another strong step in their pursuit of a major title at the Super 1000 level.
