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Leong Aims to Prove His No. 1 BAM Ranking Amidst Challenges
Men’s singles player Leong Jun Hao understands the dedication required to advance and overcome obstacles within the national team, having been a member for seven years.
He emphasizes that sustaining a spot on the team is ultimately up to the player. “Coaches will assist, but you have to navigate the tough times on your own. Everyone must strive to demonstrate their ability to remain in the national team and improve,” says Jun Hao. “In the end, it all hinges on the player.”
As one of the longest-serving singles players, Jun Hao has worked hard to attain the No. 1 position in the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM). “The results show my progress, and I hope to continue getting better.”
Jun Hao first showcased his potential by winning the 2017 Asian Junior Championships, but injuries delayed his rise through the ranks. The 25-year-old persevered, maintaining his place in BAM, and his determination has led him to the world No. 29 ranking, surpassing the injured Ng Tze Yong, who is now at No. 32 due to a recurring back issue this year.
Alongside Jun Hao and Tze Yong, BAM retains Justin Hoh and Eogene Ewe in the senior team, while Jacky Kok, Ong Zhen Yi, Chua Kim Sheng, and Lee Jan Jireh have been dropped.
Jun Hao credits his coaches, Hendrawan and Datuk Tey Seu Bock, for his success. “I want to thank coach Hendrawan and coach Seu Bock for helping me reach this point. I have worked with them for several years, and they’ve guided me well. I’ve learned a lot from them.”
Hendrawan is set to depart BAM at the end of the month after 15 years, while Seu Bock will transition to the junior team. Former women’s singles coach K. Yogendran has been appointed to the men’s singles team, alongside Alvin Chew, who has been with the junior team.
Regarding these transitions, Jun Hao comments, “We must accept these changes since they’re beyond our control. We need to collaborate with the new coaches and strive to become stronger. I’ve worked with Yogendran briefly before; every coach has unique strengths, and we need time to adjust to their training approaches.”
Jun Hao aims to conclude his year on a high note by performing well in his upcoming tournaments, starting with the Arctic Open in Vantaa, Finland, where he faces a tough opening match against Hong Kong’s world No. 16 Lee Cheuk Yiu.
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October 9, 2024
Axelsen Aims for Another Triumph Post-Olympics Success
Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen is set to make a highly anticipated return to the men’s singles competition at the Hong Kong Open, which kicks off today.
This will be Axelsen’s first tournament appearance since his triumph at the Paris Olympics, where he successfully defended his gold medal last month.
The world No. 2 has been sharing clips of his training in Hong Kong on social media.
“Finally here in Hong Kong! Feels good to be back,” posted Axelsen, who seemed full of energy while practicing his shots on court.
Axelsen aims to keep up his winning momentum, having already secured his first World Tour title of the year at the Malaysian Masters in May.
Despite a few challenging tournaments before the Olympics, Axelsen once again proved his championship mettle by dominating Thailand’s world champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn 21-11, 21-11 in the final to clinch his second Olympic gold.
On his way to the title, Axelsen also comfortably dispatched Singapore’s 2021 world champion Loh Kean Yew and India’s 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medalist Lakshya Sen.
The 30-year-old became the second men’s singles player to defend his Olympic title, following China’s Lin Dan, who accomplished this feat in 2008 and 2012.
Axelsen has not ruled out competing for a record-breaking third gold in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics if he can maintain his fitness and form.
In Hong Kong, Axelsen finds himself in the lower half of the draw, with a tricky first-round match against local star Angus Ng Ka Long.
Other top 10 contenders in the same half include Taiwan’s world No. 9 Chou Tien-chen and Indonesia’s world No. 10 Anthony Ginting. A potential quarter-final against Tien-chen and a semi-final clash with Ginting could be in the cards for Axelsen.
With China’s world No. 1 Shi Yuqi withdrawing from the tournament, the top half of the draw is more open, giving Indonesia’s world No. 3 Jonatan Christie and Japan’s world No. 7 Kodai Naraoka a clearer path to the final.
In the absence of Malaysia’s world No. 4 Lee Zii Jia, world No. 29 Leong Jun Hao will carry his country’s hopes. Jun Hao begins his campaign against a qualifier, with a second-round match against China’s Lu Guangzu or Hong Kong’s Lee Cheuk Yiu awaiting him.
Two other Malaysians, Justin Hoh and independent player Cheam June Wei, have also made it to the main draw from the qualifiers. Justin, making his Super 500 debut, will face Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke in the opening round, while June Wei is set to meet Frenchman Christo Popov.
September 12, 2024
Justin Battles Gemke in a Thrilling Match at Hong Kong Open, Then Bows Out
Malaysian men’s singles player Justin Hoh (pictured) fought valiantly in his first-round match against Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke at the Hong Kong Open yesterday, but was ultimately eliminated.
Justin, whose world ranking recently climbed to No. 57, did not make it easy for the world No. 26 Gemke. The match at the Hong Kong Coliseum stretched for an hour and 10 minutes, with Justin eventually falling 7-21, 23-21, 18-21.
This marked the second time the 20-year-old Justin has faced Gemke, with both encounters ending in defeats. Their clash in the Thomas Cup group stage earlier this year was also a marathon, lasting 1 hour and 16 minutes.
Justin’s ranking has risen rapidly after reaching the quarterfinals of the Super 300 Taiwan Open on the World Tour recently.
Also exiting in the first round was Ng Tze Yong, who lost 19-21, 10-21 to France’s Christo Popov.
In mixed doubles, Goh Soon Huat and Lai Shevon Jemie advanced to the second round after a swift 27-minute victory, defeating South Korea’s Ko Sung Hyun and Eom Hye Won 21-11, 21-14.
The Malaysian pair, ranked No. 12 in the world, will face India’s Sumit Reddy and Sikki Reddy in today’s second round.
Joining them in the mixed doubles bracket are Hoo Pang Ron and Cheng Su Yin, who beat Singapore’s Terry Hee and Jessica Tan 21-17, 21-16, while Yap Roy King and Valeree Siow also progressed with a 21-11, 21-16 win over Hong Kong’s Deng Chi Fai and Leung Yuet Yee.
However, veteran mixed doubles pair Chan Peng Soon and Lai Pei Jing were eliminated after a 21-18, 14-21, 11-21 loss to China’s Cheng Xingzhang and Zhang Xingzhang.
In men’s doubles, national players Lin Zhi Jian and Wong Tien Ci came from behind to defeat Taiwan’s Liu Kuan Heng and Yang Po Han 13-21, 21-14, 21-16.
They will face third-seeded Korean duo Kang Min Hyuk and Seo Seung Jae, who defeated Malaysia’s Goh Sze Fei and Nur Izzuddin Rumsani 21-12, 21-17. Women’s singles player Goh Jin Wei also ended her campaign in the first round, losing 7-21, 22-24 to South Korea’s Kim Ga Eun.
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September 12, 2024
Justin Hoh 11-Spot Ranking Rise a Boost Ahead of Tough Denmark Test
Justin Hoh, a men’s singles badminton player, received a timely boost ahead of his first-round match against Denmark’s Rasmus Gemke at today’s Hong Kong Open, as he climbed 11 places in the latest world rankings to reach No. 57.
Justin’s jump in the rankings is well-deserved after reaching his first-ever World Tour Super 300 quarterfinals at the recent Taiwan Open.
The 20-year-old is now closer to his career-high ranking of No. 48, which he achieved last year before an Achilles injury severely hindered his progress.
Justin recovered from his injury last November after an 8-month break but struggled with foot and knee issues until March when he fully regained fitness.
The young player’s ranking had dropped to No. 233 after his injury, but his hard work and determination have helped him steadily climb back up to his current position.
In May, Justin won the Slovenia Open and then the Saipan International in July, finishing as runner-up at the Northern Mariana Open.
He also earned a bronze medal at the Thomas Cup Finals in Chengdu in May with his teammates, and a month later, he made it to the quarterfinals of the Super 100 Taiwan Masters.
Justin will make his debut at a Super 500 event in Hong Kong, facing a tough challenge against Denmark’s world No. 26, Rasmus Gemke.
Despite a valiant effort, Justin ultimately lost 13-21, 21-19, 13-21 to Gemke, whom he had previously faced in the Thomas Cup group stage.
Meanwhile, independent player Lee Zii Jia also saw a ranking boost, climbing one spot to world No. 3.
The Paris Olympics bronze medalist replaced Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie, who fell to No. 7.
The 26-year-old will miss the Hong Kong tournament but is expected to return for the China Open from September 17 to 22.
Leong Jun Hao remains at No. 29 and will make his Hong Kong debut today against local qualifier Chan Yin Chak, while independent player Ng Tze Yong jumped from No. 65 to No. 61 and will face France’s world No. 28, Christo Popov.
HOH Justin
September 11, 2024
Hardworking Chou Tien-chen Reaches Semifinals, Aims for 5th Title
Chou Tien-chen advanced to the men’s singles semifinals at the Super 300 Taipei Open today, defeating Malaysia’s Hoh Justin 21-12, 21-14, moving one step closer to his fifth title in the tournament’s history.
Chou let out several emotional roars as he scored in the final moments of the match. He explained afterward that seeing so many spectators today motivated him to leave everyone with great memories. He also mentioned Tai Tzu-ying, who had just lost earlier, saying, “Even though Tai lost, she still won because so many people came to watch.”
Chou will face Chi Yu-jen in the semifinals, as Chi earlier defeated “Badminton Prince” Wang Tzu-wei in straight sets. Chou, who experienced a health issue last week (damage to his left lung tissue and surrounding soft tissue), said that he’s already very grateful to participate in the Taipei Open, and no matter who his opponent is, he will give it his all and show his best performance.
Chou has faced Chi Yu-jen three times in international competitions without losing. He remarked that his junior will certainly prepare thoroughly for the match, but Chou will take a humble approach and rise to the challenge.
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HOH Justin
September 9, 2024
HOH Justin
Character Introduction
HOH Justin (April 1, 2004) is a Malaysian male badminton player born in Kuala Lumpur. He was ranked No. 1 in both the men’s singles and men’s doubles in the April 1, 2022 BWF World Junior Rankings.
World Ranking – Men’s Singles 75, Week 30, 2024
Olympic Points – Men’s Singles 233, 7520 points
Finals Ranking – Men’s Singles 71, 9630 points

Equipment Used
ASTROX 100ZZ; ASTROX 88D PRO; SHB65Z3 new color
Major Achievements
- Member of the third-place men’s team at the Thomas Cup 2024
- 2023 Guwahati Badminton Masters Men’s Singles Quarterfinals
- Ruichang Badminton Masters Men’s Singles Quarter-finals 2023
- 2023 Uganda Badminton International Men’s Singles Champion
- 2022 Malaysia Badminton Challenge Men’s Singles Champion
- 2022 Bonn Badminton International Men’s Singles Champion
- 2022 Croatia Badminton Open Men’s Singles Champion
- 2019 Badminton Asia Youth Championships U17 Boys Singles Champion
July 26, 2024