Reality check in Shenzhen


Tough foes: Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh-Supissara Paewsampran in action against Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei during the China Masters mixed doubles final yesterday. — AFP

PETALING JAYA: National mixed doubles shuttlers Chen Tang Jie-Toh Ee Wei’s world champion tag does not guarantee an easy ride at the SEA Games.

And the pair were reminded of the work ahead after losing 8-21, 17-21 to Thailand’s Dechapol Puavaranukroh-Supissara Paewsam–pran in the China Masters final at the Shenzhen Arena yesterday.

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