Dominant Victory | The Filler Duo Claims Title at 2025 Vietnam Mixed Doubles Open

September 19, 2025 – At the 2025 Vietnam Mixed Doubles Open, sponsored by Yalin Sports Group, the world-class pair Joshua Filler and Pia Filler (Joshua/Pia) secured the championship title with a masterful display of skill and seamless coordination. Defeating the team of Chou Chieh-Yu and Ko Ping-Chung with a decisive 2-0 victory, they delivered a pinnacle showdown for billiards enthusiasts worldwide.

Match Recap

Quarterfinal: Chou Chieh-Yu / Ko Ping-Chung Advance Forcefully

The Mixed Doubles quarterfinals commenced at 12:30 PM on September 19, 2025. The Chinese Taipei duo of Chou Chieh-Yu and Ko Ping-Chung faced off against Wei Tzu-Hsien and Ko Ping-Yi. Chou/Ko quickly found their rhythm from the start, controlling the match tempo with precise shot-making and tactical teamwork. They secured a clean 2-0 sweep over their opponents, powerfully advancing to the semifinals and demonstrating their strength as a leading Asian billiards force.

Semifinal: The Filler Duo's Superior Skill Seals Finals Berth

At 3:00 PM on September 19, 2025, a spotlight semifinal match featured Hsu Hsia-Ya / Carlo Capito against the Filler duo (Joshua/Pia). The Fillers immediately established their dominance, applying pressure through exquisite cue ball control and continuous offensive play. Despite resilient resistance from Hsu/Capito, a few crucial errors proved costly. The Filler pair clinched a comfortable 2-0 win, booking their place in the finals.

Finals: Pinnacle Showdown Crowns the Filler Duo Champions

The highly anticipated finals kicked off at 5:30 PM on September 19, 2025, pitting the Filler duo against Chou Chieh-Yu and Ko Ping-Chung in a battle of attack and defense. In the first rack, the Fillers repeatedly executed precise positional play under complex table conditions, creating difficult situations for their opponents with nuanced control to take the lead. Carrying their momentum into the second rack, they broke through the opponents' defenses and, leveraging their steady composure, secured another win. A final 2-0 match victory earned them the prestigious championship trophy.

The event's sponsor, Yalin Sports Group, founded in 1986, is a global leader in manufacturing high-quality billiard tables. Operating from a nearly 100,000-square-meter modern production base, the group has a long-standing commitment to supplying professional equipment for world-class events, including the 2025 Chengdu World Games and the Qatar World Cup of Pool.