We want the World – Fajar-Rian set sights on biggest prize


Rising stars: Indonesia’s Fajar Alfian (back) and Rian Ardianto in action against compatriots Mohd Ahsan-Hendra Setiawan during the men’s doubles final. — GLENN GUAN/The Star

INDONESIA’S Fajar Alfian-Rian Ardianto have set their sights on capturing the world title after being crowned Malaysian Masters champions.

The world No. 5 have been one of the most consistent pairs in the world this year and proved it again by powering past compatriots and world No. 3 Mohd Ahsan-Hendra Setiawan 21-12, 21-19 in just 32 minutes in the final.

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