National shuttlers Pearly Tan and M Thinaah ended Malaysia’s 18-year wait for a women’s doubles Denmark Open Super 750 title, beating an unheralded Japanese pair.

The world number five comfortably defeated Hinata Suzuki-Nao Yamakita in just 36 minutes, winning 21-18, 21-11.

National shuttlers Pearly Tan and M Thinaah ended Malaysia’s 18-year wait for a women’s doubles Denmark Open Super 750 title, beating an unheralded Japanese pair last night.

The pair faced adversity early on in the game, trailing 3-8. They began to find their footing, and despite Suzuki and Yamakita’s best efforts, the former were not to be denied.