On the same day, in the quarterfinals of the Thomas Cup badminton team competition held in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, the Chinese team defeated the Indian team 3-1 and advanced to the semifinals.
China's Leung Wai Hang (left) and Wang Chang in the men's doubles match on May 2. They beat India's Rankireddy/Shetty 2-1. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Chen Bin
On May 2, the Chinese team members encouraged each other before the game. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Jiang Hongjing
On May 2, Shi Yuqi, a player of the Chinese team, celebrates after his victory. He defeated India's Prannoy 2-1. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Jiang Hongjing
On May 2, Shi Yuqi, a player of the Chinese team, celebrates after his victory. He defeated India's Prannoy 2-1. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Jiang Hongjing
On May 2, Chinese player Shi Yuqi in the men's singles match. He defeated India's Prannoy 2-1. Photo by Xinhua News Agency reporter Chen Bin