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Stoeva sisters start Kuala Lumpur badminton tournament with a victory

Stefani (L) and Stefani Stoeva
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Three-times European champions Gabriela and Stefani Stoeva started their participation in the World Tour Super 500 badminton tournament in Kuala Lumpur, with USD 360,000 in prize money, with a victory.

The two sisters won versus Pooja Dandu and Arathi Sara Sunil, India, by 21-17, 2-17 in 30 minutes of play. In the next round the Stoeva sisters are to play crucial matches against the doubles of Indonesia and Thailand. 



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