Don't count HK's doubles as underdog yet. Remember what happened during the Sudirman Cup? HK's 1st doubles is perfectly capable of beating the Thai pair. Also, if Wang Chen pairs up with Yip Pui Yin to play 2nd doubles, HK can steal another point there.
Wang Chen has already stated that she will only play in the Singles this time That's why Yippy is scheduled to play second doubles with Chan Tsz Ka.
For me...It's not surprised..coz Tien Minh i good player. He ever beated Taufik, Boonsak before this.
Thanks for the clarification . For the tie against Thailand, is Yippy still scheduled to play with Chan Tsz Ka? I hope to see everyone from HK who is on the Uber Cup roster to get a chance to play. Ng Kar Shun still hasn't played yet. Hope she'll have some action too (ie pair up with Yippy for 2nd doubles?). PS. I still have faith that Koon Wai Chee and Chau Hoi Wah can beat the Thai pair . Hope everything goes well for HK