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  • Mulyo Handoyo to Lead Malaysia’s Singles Squad

    Mulyo Handoyo to Lead Malaysia’s Singles Squad

    Indonesian legendary coach Mulyo Handoyo and former Malaysian player Rosman Razak will officially take over as the head coaches for Malaysia’s national singles and women’s doubles teams this Friday.

    Malaysia’s coaching director, Rexy Mainaky, confirmed today that the Badminton Association of Malaysia (BAM) has reached an agreement with the new singles head coach, who will succeed Hendrawan, who stepped down last week after serving for 15 years. The new coach will be responsible for managing both male and female singles players at the Badminton Academy of Malaysia (ABM).

    Although Rexy mentioned that the official announcement will be made on Friday, The New Straits Times has revealed that the coach is none other than Mulyo Handoyo.

    Mulyo is renowned for grooming badminton legend Taufik Hidayat into both a world and Olympic champion. Taufik clinched the men’s singles gold at the 2004 Athens Olympics and won the World Championships in 2005.

    Mulyo also found success coaching in India in 2017, guiding players like Lakshya Sen (Paris 2024 Olympic semifinalist), Prannoy, and Srikanth Kidambi to four Super Series titles that year. Mulyo left India in February 2018 and moved to Singapore, where he led Loh Kean Yew to a world championship title in 2021.

  • Lakshya Sen

    Lakshya Sen

    Character Introduction

    Lakshya Sen (English: Lakshya Sen, August 16, 2001) is an Indian male badminton player.

    Lakshya Sen was born in the Indian state of Almora North Akhand, his father is a badminton coach while his elder brother Chirag Sen is also a badminton player.

    In November 2016, Lakshya made his debut in an adult international tournament, the Men’s Singles event of the India International Series, where he defeated Malaysian newcomer Lee Tziga 3-1 (11-13, 11-3, 11-6, 11-6) in the final to win the first international title of his career.

    At the junior level, he has achieved good results as he won a bronze medal at the 2018 World Junior Championships and finished second at the Youth Olympic Games. Despite not having spectacular results at the senior level, he has won a string of victories at the lower levels, winning five of seven events in 2019, including the Belgian Challenge, the Dutch Open, and the Salolu Open.

    In December 2021, Lakshya Sen made his debut in the men’s singles event at the World Championships in Huelva, Spain, where he was reversed 1-2 (21-17, 14-21, 17-21) in the semifinals by his senior brother and teammate, Srikanth Kidambi, to finish third in his first World Championship appearance.

    In January 2022, Lakshya Sen was seeded third for the Indian Open, where he made it all the way to the final against newly crowned World Champion Loh Kian Yew of Singapore, whom he defeated in straight sets to become the third host to win the Indian Open.

    In March 2022, Lakshya reached the final of the All England Open Badminton Championships after defeating Malaysia’s Lee Tee Kah. In the same year, he led the Indian men’s team to win the Thomas Cup badminton team event by defeating the Indonesian men’s team 3-0.

    On August 5, 2024, Lakshya suffered a 21:13, 16:21, 11:21 reversal against Malaysia’s No. 1 men’s singles player Lee Tzu-Cha in the bronze medal match at the Paris Olympics and ended up missing out on the third place.

    World Ranking – Men’s Singles 18, Week 36, 2024

    Olympic Points – Men’s Singles 13, 64021 points 

    Finals Ranking – Men’s Singles 29, 37370 points

    Equipment Used

    ASTROX 100ZZ,ASTROX 100ZZ,DUORA Z-STRIKE,BG-80,NANOFLARE 1000Z,SHB65Z3KME,BG80,POWER,SHB65Z3MEX,VBS-63,SHB65ZMEX

    Major Achievement

    • 2024 Paris Olympics Badminton Men’s Singles Temples
    • Men’s Singles Quarter-finals of All England Open Badminton Championships 2024
    • Men’s Singles Quarter-finals of French Open Badminton Championships 2024
    • 2022 Asian Games Badminton Men’s Team Silver Medal
    • 2023 Japan Open Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
    • 2023 US Open Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
    • 2023 Canada Open Men’s Singles Champion
    • 2023 Thailand Badminton Open Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
    • 2023 Asian Badminton Championships Mixed Team 3rd Runner-up
    • 2022 Commonwealth Games Badminton Men’s Singles Gold Medal
    • 2022 Commonwealth Games Badminton Mixed Team Silver Medal
    • 2022 Thomas Cup Champion Member
    • 2022 All England Open Men’s Singles Runner-up
    • 2022 German Open Badminton Men’s Singles Runner-up
    • 2022 India Open Badminton Men’s Singles Champion
    • 2021 World Badminton Championships Men’s Singles 3rd Runner-up
    • 2021 World Badminton Tour Finals Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
    • 2021 Hailu Badminton Open Men’s Singles Quarter-finals
    • Badminton Asia Championships 2020 Men’s Team 3rd Place
    • 2019 Scottish Badminton Open Men’s Singles Champion
    • 2019 Belgium Badminton International Challenge Champion
    • 2019 Salolu Badminton Open Men’s Singles Champion
    • 2019 Netherlands Open Badminton Men’s Singles Champion
    • 2018 Asian Youth Championships Men’s Singles Champion
    • 2018 Youth Olympic Badminton Championships Men’s Singles Runner-up
    • 2016 Asian Youth Badminton Championships Men’s Singles Third Place
  • Paris 2024 Badminton: Malaysia Lee Zii Jia Makes a Strong Comeback to Defeat India Lakshya Sen for Bronze

    Paris 2024 Badminton: Malaysia Lee Zii Jia Makes a Strong Comeback to Defeat India Lakshya Sen for Bronze

    No shouts or screams, no outpouring of emotion or tears. No one grabbed their national flag from the crowd and sprinted around in glory, as Viktor Axelsen did after claiming his second consecutive Olympic gold medal.

    But winning the bronze medal, his first Olympic medal, still meant a great deal to Lee Zii Jia. He defeated Lakshya Sen 13-21, 21-16, 21-11 in the men’s singles badminton match at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Monday, August 5th.

    “To be honest, after losing the match yesterday, I wasn’t sure if I even wanted this medal because my goal was only gold,” Lee said, referring to his semi-final loss to Thailand’s Kunlavut Vitidsarn the day before.

    “We have many bronze and silver medals, but only one gold. After losing the match, honestly, I felt like Kunlavut slapped me out of a beautiful dream, and I was left blank.

    “I didn’t eat well, and I didn’t sleep well afterward. Somehow, this morning, I didn’t eat much either. I was very worried about my condition because we need a lot of energy to get here. In the match, I lost control in the first game and the second game as well.

    “Lakshya still played a very good game and was in a favorable position. Somehow, I overcame it and won the match. For me, it was a very, very incredible journey.”


    Lee was certainly in danger during his match against Sen, who comfortably took the first game and led 8-3 in the second game. Things did not look good for the Malaysian star.

    But then Lee took a deep breath. He reminded himself that losing one match could result in an Olympic medal. He could hear the media back home sharpening their knives.

    At that moment, Lee decided he was going to dig himself out of the hole and climb onto the podium.

    “I knew I couldn’t lose this match,” he said. Lee then won the next nine points, taking control and thoroughly defeating Sen. The Indian tied the score at 12-all but never led again for the remainder of the match.

    Lee Zii Jia might not have shown it, but he knew exactly how significant this victory was. He also knew what it meant to become the third Malaysian men’s singles player to win a medal, following in the footsteps of Rashid Sidek and Lee Chong Wei.

    “A lot has happened since I became a professional player, which has made me mature,” Lee said. “I know people are curious why I wasn’t shouting on the court, but it wasn’t intentional.


    “This is just how I reacted. After winning the bronze medal, I didn’t jump around. I didn’t want to celebrate because I knew I had come so far.

    “I have been through so much, and somehow, I think this is what I deserve.”

     

     

  • Viktor Axelsen Advances to Men Gold Medal Match, Comments on Marin Retirement

    Viktor Axelsen Advances to Men Gold Medal Match, Comments on Marin Retirement

    Earlier this morning, defending Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen staged a remarkable comeback in his second game against Lakshya Sen (IND), overturning a 0-7 deficit to win 21-14 and ultimately securing the match 2-0.

    Following his match, Axelsen commented on Marin’s injury:

    “I saw it while I was playing but I didn’t dare to look because when you have to go in and play yourself, it’s tough. I feel for Marin.


    “She’s a friend of mine and an incredible opponent. She was winning the match, and to see her go down like that was very, very hard for me

    “It was difficult to block it out while warming up. I just hope I can give her a hug and some encouragement when I see her next because she was definitely sup

  • Breaking New Ground

    Breaking New Ground

    India’s first Olympic men’s singles semifinalist has arrived, and his name is Lakshya Sen.


    “This is something I have always dreamed of, and it feels great to be here,” said the 22-year-old after a hard-fought quarterfinal battle against Chou Tien Chen.

    “There’s still a lot of work to do; the real test starts from here. It’s time to go back, recover, and prepare for the next match.”

    Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen will be the first Indian men’s singles medalist, having increased his aggression from the start in his match against Lu Guangzu and never let up.

    In the top half of the draw, the clash is between World Champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn and Lee Zii Jia.


    Vitidsarn delivered one of the few upsets for China in this Olympics. The Thai player gave a textbook performance against Shi Yuqi, leaving the top seed with little room to maneuver. Vitidsarn’s defense and control were exemplary, leading 11-1 in the second game before China managed to claw back some points.

    Shi Yuqi’s defeat marks the first time in two decades that China will miss out on a men’s singles medal.

    The eliminated top seed, who had been in great form leading up to the Olympics, paid tribute to his opponent:

    “My opponent played very well, and I had few answers throughout the match. I was always trying to catch up, which was very challenging.


    “I made a lot of mistakes. Not only was the audience surprised, but I was also surprised myself. I barely showed any of my level on the court.

    “This Olympics was very important to me. I put in a lot of effort and time. I also went through some tough moments. I wanted to play well, but failing to do so is really painful, but I have to accept this reality.”

  • Prannoy Unfazed by Virus Infection and Hospitalization

    Prannoy Unfazed by Virus Infection and Hospitalization

    Earlier this month, HS Prannoy contracted the chikungunya virus and spent five days in the hospital, battling fever and muscle pain. Despite this, he felt relieved to have enough time to compete in the 2024 Paris Olympics.


    Still dealing with the aftereffects of the infection, Prannoy drew on his physical and mental reserves to defeat Vietnamese stalwart Le Duc Phat in three games, advancing to the quarterfinals alongside compatriot Lakshya Sen.

    “These past few weeks have been tough, but I’m happy to be here,” Prannoy said. “If it had happened a week later, I wouldn’t have been here. In a way, I’m lucky to be here, to see so many spectators, and to participate in the competition, so I hope we can go further in the tournament.

    “I was in the hospital for five days. The pain was unbearable, and each time chikungunya strikes, it usually lasts for three to four months, which is the hardest part.”


    Prannoy has previously dealt with other challenging medical issues, including a difficult-to-diagnose acid reflux problem, so he felt grateful to be able to make it to Paris.

    “Whenever it happens, we work hard, and the whole team supports me. Many things are beyond our control.”

  • ABIAN and CORDON: The Fire Continues to Burn

    ABIAN and CORDON: The Fire Continues to Burn

    When Pablo Abian faces Vilen Netasingha in Group G of the 2024 Paris Olympics, the contrast in experience will be striking. Abian’s opponent is just 21 years old, while Abian was only five years old when he made his debut at the 2008 Beijing Olympics.


    Similarly, veteran Kevin Cordon will face Lakshya Sen in Group L, showcasing a similar contrast. At the time of Cordon’s first Olympic appearance in Beijing 2008, his Guatemalan opponent was only seven years old.

    The 2008 Beijing Olympics Line-Up

    Both Abian and Cordon are seasoned Olympians—this will be their fifth appearance at the Olympics, demonstrating their endurance in a sport that demands both physical and mental resilience.

    “Of course, I’m proud to be competing in my fifth Olympics,” Cordon said, expressing frustration at missing his chance to defeat Sen in his opening match. “It’s a great honor just to be here.”

    What keeps him going?


    “My love for badminton is the main reason. I simply enjoy playing. And I love representing my country as a professional athlete.

    “Coming back is fantastic—training for four years and being here is a significant achievement, and it’s why I’m so happy and trying to enjoy it.”

    Pablo Abian at the 2012 London Olympics

    In the previous four Olympics, both Cordon and Abian have been strong competitors. Abian won three out of seven matches; Cordon’s record is even more impressive—he reached the Round of 16 at the 2012 London Olympics (defeating 15th seed Rajiv Ouseph); he missed the 2016 Rio Olympics due to injury but made a remarkable comeback at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where he progressed to the bronze medal playoff.

    In a press conference just before the Paris Olympics, Abian talked about approaching the Games with a fresh perspective: “Time flies, and fortunately, I’m able to participate again. This will be my fifth Olympics, but I will treat it like it’s my first. I’m highly motivated. We have prepared thoroughly and arrived here in the best condition. Our goal is to advance from the group stage.”


    As Pablo Abian 🇪🇸 and Kevin Cordon 🇬🇹 prepare for their record-breaking fifth Olympics at #Paris2024, we #reflect on their memorable matches at the World Championships held at Wembley Arena in London.

    Just as Cordon spoke about the importance of daily training, Abian also believes that the key to his longevity in the sport is consistent training.

    “Maintaining the desire to train and improve every day and the willingness to enhance oneself through competition is crucial. The Olympics are the ultimate goal for athletes; they provide extra motivation. Facing daily dual training sessions is often the toughest part, followed by the competitions. But the Olympics are above all; they give you extra motivation on your down days.”