Denmark Open 2026: Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand face Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan in quarterfinals
India’s Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand will take on Malaysia’s Pearly Tan and Thinaah Muralitharan in a high-stakes women’s doubles quarterfinal at the Denmark Open 2026 on Friday, October 16. The match is scheduled for approximately 5pm IST on Court 1 in Odense, although the start time may change depending on the length of earlier matches in the day’s order of play.
The contest offers the Indian pair an opportunity to respond after a recent defeat to the Malaysians and strengthen their position on the international badminton circuit. For Tan and Thinaah, meanwhile, the quarterfinal is a chance to continue a strong record against Jolly and Gopichand and move one step closer to the tournament’s final rounds.
How to watch the Denmark Open quarterfinal in India
Badminton fans in India can follow the match through the Badminton World Federation’s YouTube channel, where live streaming is expected to be available. There is no live television broadcast of the Denmark Open on an Indian TV channel, so viewers looking to watch the match will need to check the BWF’s digital coverage.
Because the listed time is provisional, fans should keep an eye on the tournament schedule and live updates on match day. Court schedules can shift when earlier matches go beyond their expected duration, a common occurrence in badminton, where long rallies and closely contested games can extend play.
Recent meeting gives Malaysia the advantage
The two pairs last met at the recently concluded Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya. Tan and Thinaah won that women’s doubles quarterfinal 21-18, 21-9 in a match that lasted 42 minutes. The Malaysians took the opening game by a narrow margin before pulling away in the second, limiting the Indian pair’s opportunities to build momentum.
That result is a useful reference point, but it does not guarantee the same outcome in Odense. A tournament setting, court conditions and the form of each team on the day can all influence a badminton match. Jolly and Gopichand will need to make adjustments, particularly if they are to avoid allowing the Malaysian pair to control the pace early.
Head-to-head record favours Tan and Thinaah
Tan and Thinaah have won seven of the nine meetings between the teams, giving the Malaysian combination a clear advantage in their head-to-head record. The numbers underline the challenge facing the Indian duo, but they also show that the matchup is not entirely one-sided: Jolly and Gopichand have managed to win twice and will be looking to draw confidence from those victories.
For the Indian pair, a strong start could be especially important. Against a familiar opponent, the opening exchanges often reveal how each team plans to serve, receive and target the gaps in the opposing formation. Keeping the rallies competitive and avoiding a run of quick points against them could help Jolly and Gopichand settle into the match.
What India’s pair will need to do
To challenge the Malaysians, the Indian duo will likely need to combine disciplined defence with sharper attacking choices. In women’s doubles, quick reactions at the net and effective rotation between the front and back court can create opportunities, but rushed shots may hand the initiative to the opposition. Jolly and Gopichand will need to choose their attacking moments carefully and make the most of any short returns.
Consistency will also be crucial. Tan and Thinaah have shown they can turn a close game into a more comfortable one when they establish control, as their second-game performance at the Asian Games demonstrated. The Indians will therefore aim to stay composed through pressure points, protect their service games and maintain enough variation to prevent the Malaysians from anticipating their next shot.
Experience in major international events could add another layer to the contest. Both combinations have competed against high-ranked opponents and understand the demands of a major badminton tournament. In a quarterfinal, there is little room for a slow start: the winner advances to the semifinals, while the loser exits the women’s doubles draw.
A crucial test in Odense
The Denmark Open quarterfinal is an important test for Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand as they seek to measure themselves against one of the most familiar and successful pairings in their recent schedule. The Indian team will be aiming to narrow the head-to-head gap, improve on its Asian Games performance and make a run into the last four.
Tan and Thinaah arrive with the stronger record, but the pressure of a quarterfinal can create opportunities for the underdogs. If Jolly and Gopichand can keep the contest close, limit unforced errors and bring greater consistency to their attacking play, they may be able to make the Malaysians work hard for every point. The match is scheduled for 5pm IST on Court 1, with live streaming available on the BWF YouTube channel.
