Japan Open: Kidambi, Wardoyo Savour Big Scalps
Sheer delight was all over the faces of Kidambi Srikanth and Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo after they advanced to the DAIHATSU YONEX Japan Open 2022 second round at the expense of seeded stars.
· DIANNE PIERRE
Kidambi ousted fifth seed Lee Zii Jia 22-20 23-21, recording his first win over the Malaysian in three encounters.
“I’ve been close before against him. He was playing some attacking shots, but for me, I needed to play consistently," said Kidambi. “I couldn’t give away easy points. I’m definitely tired, but looking forward to my next match.”
The Indian will face Kanta Tsuneyama after he overcame Chinese Taipei shuttler Wang Tzu Wei 21-15 21-15.