Thailand begin their Sudirman Cup campaign against Hong Kong at Carrara Sport and Leisure Centre in Gold Coast today. The team, led by the Kingdom's top players Ratchanok Intanon and Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk, take on a Hong Kong side desperate for victory after their opening 4-1 defeat to defending champions China yesterday. Thailand are targeting to reach the quarter-finals in Gold Coast and a victory against Hong Kong will quarantee their qualification and eliminate Hong Kong. Thailand hold a 1-1 head-to-head record against Hong Kong in the tournament. In the mixed doubles, world No.9 Dechapol Puavaranukroh and Sapsiree Taerattanachai could face world No.12 Lee Chun Hei and Chau Hoi Wah.

Source: Bangkok Post May 21, 2017 19:30 UTC