PETALING JAYA: National mixed doubles player Toh Ee Wei will go through an anxious 48-hour wait for the results of a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan to find out the extent of the left knee injury she suffered at the Singapore Open this week.
The MRI results will determine the seriousness of the injury as well as answer questions about her chances of returning to action in the near future, including at the Indonesian Open starting next Tuesday.
National doubles coaching director Rexy Mainaky said his team are still unable to ascertain the extent of the injury suffered by Ee Wei as further assessment can only be made after the scan is conducted.
“Ee Wei suffered a left knee injury during the quarter-finals of the Singapore Open on Saturday. She has received treatment and is currently being monitored by the medical team,’’ said Rexy.
“At this time, we are unable to provide further information on the extent of her injuries.
“Maybe they have to miss the Indonesian Open but we can only confirm after getting the MRI result.”
Ee Wei suffered the injury while partnering Chen Tang Jie in the quarter-final match against Indian pair Dhruv Kapila-Tanisha Crasto.
The reigning world champions were in a comfortable position to advance to the semi-finals when they led 18-16 in the first set before Ee Wei failed to continue the game and had to withdraw.
Ee Wei admitted in her social media posting that she was devastated by the setback and is now hoping for positive news from the medical report.
“Things have happened and injuries are every athlete’s biggest fear. I’ve given everything I could on court, but my knee just couldn’t allow me to continue,” posted Ee Wei.
“It’s my first time retiring in the middle of a match and it hurts more than I can truly put into words.
“This is a really tough moment for me, my team, and my family. I’m now taking some time to rest while waiting for my scan and MRI results. We are hoping and praying for the best.
“Thank you for all the messages and support.”
