Su Yin beats world No. 1 with new partner Jimmy

Cheng Su Yin, with new partner Jimmy Wong, defeated China's world No. 1 Feng Yanzhe-Huang Dongping for the first time.

Su Yin beats world No. 1 with new partner Jimmy

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PETALING JAYA: Malaysian shuttler Cheng Su Yin achieved a breakthrough victory on May 27, 2026, by defeating China's world No. 1 mixed doubles pair Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping. Playing with new partner Jimmy Wong, Su Yin had previously lost to the Chinese duo in four meetings with former partner Hoo Pang Ron.

The 22-year-old Su Yin and Wong secured the win at the Malaysia Masters, a BWF World Tour Super 500 event held in Kuala Lumpur. The match ended with a score of 21-19, 18-21, 21-18, according to BWF tournament records.

This victory marks Su Yin's first win over a world No. 1 pair and comes after her partnership with Wong began earlier in 2026. The pair's performance has drawn attention as they continue to climb the rankings.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Who did Cheng Su Yin defeat?

She defeated China's world No. 1 mixed doubles pair Feng Yanzhe and Huang Dongping.

What tournament was this victory at?

The match took place at the Malaysia Masters, a BWF World Tour Super 500 event in Kuala Lumpur.

Who is Cheng Su Yin's new partner?

Her new partner is Jimmy Wong, replacing former partner Hoo Pang Ron.

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