Tang and Tse

Malaysian mixed doubles badminton pair Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei have advanced to the quarter-finals of the Paris Olympics after securing two group stage victories, including a notable win against China's world No. 2 team. They first defeated Singapore's Terry Hee and Jessica Tan and followed it up with a hard-fought match against American duo Vinson Chiu and Jennie Gai, ensuring a top-two finish in Group D. Their final group match, which they won against the favored Feng Yan Zhe and Huang Dong Ping, solidified their status as group champions. This marks a significant achievement for the pair, who have now defeated the Chinese team twice in their four meetings. In addition, Hong Kong's Tse Ying-suet and Jordan Tang also commenced their Olympic journey with a win, while other pairs faced challenges in their respective matches. Overall, the badminton competition is heating up as teams vie for quarter-final spots.