Praveen / Melati Qualified For The Second Round Of Thailand Open

Mixed doubles Praveen Jordan / Melati Daeva Oktavianti (Photo: Antara)

JAKARTA - Mixed doubles Praveen Jordan / Melati Daeva Oktavianti strolled into the second round of the Yonex Thailand Open 2021 after eliminating the Danish pair Niclas Nohr / Amalie Magelund.

In a match that took place on Wednesday at Impact Arena, Bangkok, Thailand, last year's All England champion won a straight game over Nohr / Magelund with a score of 21-17, 21-16.

This result also marked Praveen / Melati's first win over the Danish pair as the pair had never met in any tournament before.

The first games between Praveen / Melati and Nohr / Magelund were pretty tight. Although Praveen / Melati continued to lead, their points were never far from their opponents. Nohr / Magelund also frequently launches attacks.

However, all of these attacks were well repelled by Praveen / Melati. After the position drew 15-15, the Garuda representative raised the tempo of the game. Nohr / Magelund fell behind until they finally lost with an initial score of 17-21.

In the second game, Praveen / Melati, who was the fifth seed, still dominated the game, while his opponent did not change the pattern of play. The weak resistance given by Nohr / Magelund made Praveen / Melati easily collect points until they finally won again with a closing score of 21-16.

Praveen / Melati are still waiting for their opponents in the second round of the Yonex Thailand Open, namely compatriots Rinov Rivaldy / Pitha Haningtyas Mentari or deputy hosts Supak Jomkoh / Supissara Paewsampran.