Peng Soon-Liu Ying bag Thailand Masters title after long absence


Sweet return: Chan Peng Soon-Goh Liu Ying posing with their mock cheque and medals after winning the Thailand Masters crown yesterday.

PETALING JAYA: Mixed doubles pair Chan Peng Soon-Goh Liu Ying announced their comeback in style by winning the Thailand Masters.

The Rio Olympics silver medallists showed great character and tenacity to beat home favourites Dechapol Puavaranukroh-Puttita Supajirakul 21-15, 14-21, 21-16 in the final in Bangkok yesterday.

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