By contrast, the women’s team had a much smoother path. In their opening match, China swept Thailand 3–0 thanks to straight-set wins from Wang Manyu, Sun Yingsha, and Kuai Man. In yesterday afternoon’s semifinal against South Korea, Sun Yingsha defeated Shin Yubin 3–1 in the first singles match, Wang Manyu beat Kim Nayeong 3–1 in the second, and Wang Yidi sealed a 3–0 victory over Lee Eunhye in the third, sending China comfortably into the final.