Pictured: Coach and players from Team Australia. Photo Credit: Badminton Australia
On day four of the Singapore Youth International Series 2019, Australia’s competing players were knocked out in the third round of their respective disciplines and age groups.
Both Timothy and Priska faced tough competition from Asian opponents, who secured a comfortable victory to progress into the quarterfinals.
Similarly, Catrina and Joanne managed to put up a strong fight, but they were ultimately forced out of the draw by Japan’s Ririna and Mion.
MS U15
- Yudai Okimoto (JPN)[16] vs Timothy Sentosa (AUS)[4] 21-9 21-7
WS U17
- Peng Yu Wei (TPE) vs Priska Kustiadi (AUS) 21-14 21-8
WD U15
- Ririna Hiramoto/Mion Yokouchi (JPN) vs Catrina Chia-Yu Tan/Joanne Zheng (AUS)[2] 21-15 21-19
On day five, Australia’s star Under 13 player in the Men’s Singles, Shrey Dhand, will be looking to book his place in the semifinals. However, he must overcome the third seed from Indonesia to secure his spot. Follow the draws and results on Tournament Software.
MS U13 quarterfinals, scheduled to take place from 1.30pm local time (GMT+8) on Friday 22 November 2019.
- Shrey Dhand (AUS) vs Mahesa Ridho Syahputra (INA)[3]
