25/04/2026
HISTORY MADE: Brisbane Duo to Lead Australia Against China!
The stage is set in Horsens, Denmark, and the badminton world is watching. When the Australian Falcons take on powerhouse China in the opening tie of the 2026 Thomas Cup, the green and gold will be led by two of Brisbane’s own in the most prestigious slots on the team sheet.
In a true "David vs. Goliath" moment, 20-year-old Ephraim Stephen Sam who started his journey hitting shuttles in local Brisbane school halls, will step onto the coHISurt as Australia’s No. 1 Singles player to face the reigning World No. 1, Shi Yu Qi.
Adding to this historic moment, Jack Yu takes the mantle as the No. 1 Doubles lead. It marks the first time Queensland athletes have occupied both top-seeded positions in a major international team championship.
This isn't just a match; it’s a testament to the strength of the Brisbane badminton community and the path from our local clubs to the world stage.
Follow the Live Scores:
https://bwfbadminton.com/.../bwf-thomas-uber-cup.../results/
The match will commence around 4:30pm Australian time today.
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