Shenzhen: Malaysia’s World No. 10 mixed doubles pair, Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei, produced what could be hailed as the greatest comeback ever in badminton history during the 2024 China Masters quarterfinals. They saved an incredible nine match points to defeat China’s World No. 15 Guo Xin Wa and Chen Fang Hui 14-21, 23-21, 21-16.
Highlights of Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei vs. Guo Xin Wa and Chen Fang Hui in the 2024 China Masters quarter-finals:
After losing the first game in just 21 minutes, Chen and Toh found themselves trailing 11-20 in the second set, staring at almost certain defeat. However, displaying unwavering determination and resilience, the Malaysian duo fought back point by point, steadily narrowing the gap. Despite the Chinese pair earning another match point at 21-20, Chen and Toh kept their composure, winning three consecutive points to claim the second set 23-21 in an exhilarating 20-minute battle. The thrilling turn of events had spectators on the edge of their seats, hearts racing with every point.
The decider started as a tight contest, with both pairs trading leads until 6-6. From there, Chen and Toh found their rhythm and pulled ahead, maintaining their dominance to secure the victory at 21-16.
While badminton has witnessed many great comebacks, this match stands out as unprecedented. Rarely, if ever, has a pair been just one point away from elimination, only to rally and secure victory in such dramatic fashion.
Whether or not Chen and Toh go on to win the 2024 China Masters, their performance in this match will undoubtedly be remembered as the greatest comeback ever in the history of the sport.
Congratulations to Chen Tang Jie and Toh Ee Wei on this extraordinary achievement, and best of luck in their remaining matches at the 2024 China Masters!
The No. 4 seeds Chen/Toh will battle the No. 1 seeds Feng Yan Zhe/Huang Dong Ping of China on Saturday.
Meanwhile, another Malaysian mixed doubles pair Hoo Pang Ron and Cheng Su Yin also advanced to the semi-finals after beating Chen Cheng Kuan/Hsu Yin-Hui of Taiwan 21-10, 21-16.
The unseeded Hoo/Cheng will take on No. 3 seeds Tang Chun Man/Tse Ying Suet of Hong Kong in the final four match.
