January 14, 2026 — In the men’s doubles Round of 32 at the recently concluded India Open （super 750）, TEAM KUMPOO members and Malaysian pair LWI Shenghao / CHIA Weijie fought hard but were ultimately defeated by the Japanese powerhouse duo Hiroki Midorikawa / Kyohei Yamashita, currently ranked world No. 22, bringing their campaign to an end at the last 32.

Facing an experienced and well-synchronized top-ranked pair, LWI and CHIA showed courage and composure on court, fully executing their pre-match tactical plan and competing point by point. Although they were unable to advance, their performance against a world-class combination served as a valuable test of their current level and recent training progress, reflecting a fearless competitive mindset and strong fighting spirit.

Next, LWI Sheng Hao and CHIA Weijie will continue their Asian tour at the Indonesia Masters and the Thailand Masters. TEAM KUMPOO firmly believes that the pair will carry forward KUMPOO’s brand spirit of “Take the challenge” and return to the court with even greater resolve. KUMPOO will continue to provide professional equipment support and comprehensive backing, working closely with the athletes to reflect, adjust, and prepare—looking ahead to breakthroughs and stronger performances in the upcoming Asian season.