Singapore’s Loh Kean Yew continued his red-hot form at the BWF Thailand Open 2025, cruising into the men’s singles quarter-finals with a commanding straight-sets victory over Ireland’s Nhat Nguyen on Thursday.
The fifth-seeded world champion needed just 37 minutes to dismantle Nguyen, winning 21-15, 21-6 in a display of precision and power.
Dominant From the Start
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Loh raced to a 6-1 lead in the opening game, dictating play with sharp smashes and tight net control.
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He maintained his momentum in the second set, overwhelming Nguyen with relentless attacks to close out the match in style.
Chasing Back-to-Back Titles
Fresh off his Taipei Open triumph last week—his first BWF title of the season—Loh has yet to drop a game in Bangkok.
Next up, he faces Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke, who staged an upset by defeating third seed Chou Tien Chen in a three-set thriller (16-21, 21-16, 21-13).
Star-Studded Quarter-Final Lineup
Other big names advancing include:
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Top seed Kunlavut Vitidsarn (Thailand)
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Anders Antonsen (Denmark)
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Japanese duo Nishimoto Kenta & Naraoka Kodai
With his confidence soaring, Loh remains a strong contender for his second consecutive title—and another step toward climbing the world rankings.
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