After defeating Lin Hsiang Ti of Chinese Taipei 2-0 in the first round, Thuy Linh (world No. 21) faced another representative from Chinese Taipei – Chiu Pin Chian (world No. 14) in the second round.
In the past, Thuy Linh faced Chiu Pin Chian twice, with the Vietnamese player winning one match and losing one.
During their rematch in the second round of the 2026 Indonesia Masters, the two players engaged in a fierce fight, constantly exchanging points in the first set. Although Thuy Linh led by 3 points at one point (11-8), Chiu Pin Chian tried hard to come back and equalize.
However, at crucial moments in the set, Thuy Linh played better, scoring key points and eventually winning the match 21-17.
In the second set, the Chinese Taipei player started better, leading 5-1 then 8-4. But the Vietnamese number one showed great composure, equalizing at 10-10 before taking the advantage 13-10.
Chiu Pin Chian once again demonstrated their fighting spirit by later leveling the score, before taking a 20-18 lead.
In the face of difficulties, Thuy Linh’s resilience once again shone at the right time as she scored three crucial points to win 23-21.
After defeating Chiu Pin Chian 2-0 (21-17, 23-21) in 58 minutes, Thuy Linh advanced to the quarterfinals and will face the winner of the match between 4th seed Tomika Miyazaki (Japan, world No. 9) and Pitchamon Opatniputh (Thailand, world No. 36).
Source : https://baovanhoa.vn/the-thao/thuy-linh-vao-tu-ket-giai-cau-long-indonesia-masters-2026-199344.html
