Tag: China Smash


  • Tough Day for Möregårdh – Blown Away in Beijing at China Smash

    Tough Day for Möregårdh – Blown Away in Beijing at China Smash

    Beijing Showdown at China Smash Sweden faced a tough afternoon at the China Smash in Beijing as Truls Möregårdh took on Japan’s Yukiya Uda in the round of 16. Uda, a 24-year-old world top-40 player ranked 33rd, delivered a performance that pushed Möregårdh to the edge. Möregårdh showed early intent, building a bright start and…

  • Tough Day for Möregårdh at Beijing China Smash in Peking

    Tough Day for Möregårdh at Beijing China Smash in Peking

    Beijing China Smash: Möregårdh’s tough exit after a brave fight In the Chinese capital, Swedish rising star Truls Möregårdh ran into a familiar obstacle as he faced Yukiya Uda in the round of 16 at China Smash in Beijing. The match promised early drama, and Möregårdh delivered a bright start, briefly flashing the form that…

  • Tough Night for Möregårdh in Beijing as Yukiya Uda Triumphs in China Smash

    Tough Night for Möregårdh in Beijing as Yukiya Uda Triumphs in China Smash

    Beijing setback for Swedish star Truls Möregårdh’s hopes of a deep run in the China Smash in Beijing were dashed after a 1–3 defeat in the round of 16 against Yukiya Uda. The Swedish youngster made a striking start, racing to an 8–3 lead in the opening game, but the match swung decisively as his…