BANGKOK: Boasting the likes of five-time world champion Lin Dan and Olympic champion Chen Long, China have set their sights on reclaiming the Thomas Cup title this week, after missing out in the last two editions. We haven't won the Thomas Cup title in the last two editions, and this year is going to be more challenging for the team. Prior to the 2014 edition, China were crowned champions in five consecutive Thomas Cup tournaments. On the other hand, China have dominated the Uber Cup for a long time. China, will open their Thomas Cup campaign against Australia on Sunday, while the Uber Cup team play France ion Monday.

Source: New Strait Times May 19, 2018 12:22 UTC