Panas Malaysia Cup 2025 Semifinals: The PPA Tour Asia Panas Malaysia Cup 2025 men’s singles quarterfinals brought thrilling battles on Friday in Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia. Four matches decided the semifinal lineup, with Hoang Nam Ly, Christian Alshon, Hien Truong, and Hong Kit Wong advancing after a day of dominant wins and hard-fought comebacks.
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Hoang Nam Ly Overpowers Giang Trinh
Hoang Nam Ly opened the quarterfinals with a confident 2-1 victory over Giang Trinh. Ly captured the first game 11-3 before dropping the second 8-11. Regaining control in the decider, he sealed the match 11-5 to secure his place in the semifinals.
Christian Alshon Cruises Past Mitchell Hargreaves
Christian Alshon delivered the most one-sided win of the day, defeating Mitchell Hargreaves in straight games. Alshon controlled the pace from start to finish, posting an 11-4, 11-1 scoreline that highlighted his sharp shot-making and steady play.
Hien Truong Stops Marco Leung’s Run
Hien Truong ended Marco Leung’s impressive tournament run with a commanding 11-3, 11-3 victory. Truong’s quick attacks and consistent defense kept Leung from finding his rhythm, sending the crowd favorite out in straight games after his earlier upset over Grayson Goldin.
Hong Kit Wong Battles Past Phuc Huynh
The most dramatic match of the round saw Hong Kit Wong rally for a 2-1 win over Phuc Huynh. Wong dropped the opening game 2-11 but fought back to take the next two 11-7, 11-8. His comeback showcased resilience and sharp adjustments under pressure.
Path to the Semifinals
With these results, Hoang Nam Ly, Christian Alshon, Hien Truong, and Hong Kit Wong move on to the semifinals. Their victories set up exciting matchups as they chase a spot in the championship final at one of Asia’s biggest pickleball events.
News in Brief: Panas Malaysia Cup 2025 Semifinals
Hoang Nam Ly, Christian Alshon, Hien Truong, and Hong Kit Wong advanced to the PPA Tour Asia Panas Malaysia Cup 2025 men’s singles semifinals in Shah Alam. Ly, Truong, and Wong won hard-fought matches, while Alshon dominated Mitchell Hargreaves in straight games to keep his title hopes alive.
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