Pearly Tan, and M. Thinaah Fall Short in All England Semifinals, Coach Remains Optimistic
BIRMINGHAM – The impressive run of Malaysian women’s doubles pair Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah at the All England Open came to an end on Saturday, falling to South Korea’s Baek Ha-na and Lee So-hee in a hard-fought semi-final match.
Ending a 19-Year Wait
Despite the 17-21, 18-21 defeat in a 68-minute battle, Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah achieved a significant milestone for Malaysian badminton. Their semi-final appearance marked the first time a Malaysian women’s doubles team had reached this stage of the prestigious tournament in 19 years, last accomplished by Wong Pei Tty and Chin Ee Hui in 2007.
Coach Rosman’s Encouragement
Coach Rosman Razak remains steadfast in his belief in the duo’s potential, stating, We learn and need to stay positive in this defeat.
He emphasized the importance of learning from setbacks and continuing to improve.
“Together with Pearly-Thinaah, we will maintain learning and return to our training process to see what can be improved.”
Rosman Razak
Rosman expressed unwavering confidence in their future success, adding, There is one thing that I know and believe, Pearly and Thinaah will do it one day (win the All-England title).
Dedication and Effort
Rosman also highlighted the pair’s dedication and perform ethic, noting their consistent maximum effort in both training and competition.
“What some people don’t know is that despite all the pressure, Pearly and Thinaah always give their maximum effort in training and competitions.”
Rosman Razak
He acknowledged that Winning or losing is part of the process.
Looking Ahead
The semi-final experience is expected to serve as motivation for Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah as they prepare for a series of upcoming major events, including the Asian Championships in Ningbo, China (April 7–12), the Uber Cup Finals in Horsens, Denmark (April 24–May 3), the World Championships in New Delhi (Aug 17–23), and the Asian Games in Japan (Sept 19–Oct 4).
FAQ
- What was the score of the semi-final match? 17-21, 18-21 to Baek Ha-na and Lee So-hee.
- When was the last time a Malaysian women’s doubles team reached the All England semi-finals? 2007.
- What is Coach Rosman’s outlook on Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah’s future? He remains optimistic and believes they will win the All-England title one day.
The defeat, while disappointing, underscores the growing potential of Pearly Tan and M. Thinaah on the international stage. Their resilience and dedication, coupled with Coach Rosman’s continued support, suggest a bright future for the Malaysian duo.