Malaysian Tigers beat Philippines 3-0 (Axiata Cup)

Malaysia Tigers team past the first hurdle after defeat the Philippines 3-0 in Axiata Cup Badminton Championship at Cheras Badminton Stadium on Friday.

The country's first singles, Muhammad Hafiz Hashim not match to Philippines import, Marc Zwiebler from Germany, after the 2003 All England champions won easily, 21-9, 21-6 in less than 30 minutes.

Muhammad Hafiz said Zwiebler, play more defensively, an opportunity for him to control the game.

Tigers doubles, Goh V.Shem / Lim Khim Wah had to play three sets before they beat Paul Jefferson Vivas / Ronel Estanislao 16-21, 21-11, 21-8.

Malaysia confirmed the win after Tigers second singles, Mohd Arif Abdul Latif, beat Antonio Benjamin Gadi, 21-14, 21-16.

Malaysia Tigers are scheduled to meet Thailand tomorrow.