Putri Kusuma Wardani Advances to Malaysia Masters 2025 Quarter-Finals

Solid performance lifts Indonesia’s Putri Kusuma Wardani into the last eight.

Putri Kusuma Wardani delivered an impressive display at the Malaysia Masters 2025, securing her place in the quarter-finals after defeating Zhang Wen Yu of Canada in the round of 16 at Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur. The match ended in straight games, with Putri showing her class and consistency throughout the encounter.

Tactical composure and forehand serve adjustments proved decisive

Despite a slightly shaky start in the opening game, Putri KW demonstrated strong tactical awareness. After narrowly leading 8-7, she tightened her grip on the game and entered the interval with an 11-8 lead. From there, the 21-year-old stayed composed, mixing precise net play with accurate lifts to frustrate her opponent.

In the second game, Putri stormed to an early 9-1 lead, showcasing her dominance in both attack and defense. A key shift in momentum occurred when Putri made a clever adjustment—switching to forehand serves to disrupt Zhang’s rhythm and control the pace of rallies.

Putri KW’s rising form boosts Indonesia’s hopes

Currently ranked world No. 38, Putri’s victory marks a significant milestone in her BWF World Tour journey. This performance also adds momentum to Indonesia’s women’s singles hopes on the global stage, as the team aims to develop future successors to legends like Susi Susanti and Greysia Polii.

She will next face a tough opponent in the quarter-finals, potentially from the top-seeded players list. With this confidence-boosting win, Putri KW is on course to make her mark at the BWF Super 500 event.