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Thai Badminton Duo Advances to Quarter-Finals at China Masters
Sisters Nuntakarn and Benyapa Aimsaard secured a significant victory against the world's fifth-ranked pair at the China Masters 2026.
On September 3, 2026, Thai badminton players Nuntakarn and Benyapa Aimsaard achieved a notable win at the China Masters 2026, a BWF World Tour Super 750 event held in Shenzhen, China. According to Khaosod Online Thailand, the sisters, currently ranked 43rd in the world, faced the fifth-ranked Malaysian pair, Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan, in the round of 16.
The match was a closely contested three-game battle. The Thai duo ultimately triumphed with a score of 21-16, 17-21, and 21-19, successfully advancing to the quarter-finals of the tournament, which features a total prize pool of 1,250,000 USD.
For residents and visitors interested in Thai sports, this performance highlights the rising competitiveness of Thai athletes on the international badminton circuit. Following this victory, the Aimsaard sisters remain in contention for the title. While their progression to the next round is confirmed, the identity of their upcoming opponents and the final outcome of their campaign in Shenzhen remain to be determined as the tournament continues.