Which Malaysian Doubles Going for Olympic? ( FINAL )

[ants]

Drum Roll please.........................


Its LEE WAN WAH / CHOONG TAN FOOK and................


KOO KIEN KEAT / TAN BOON HEONG.


Its Final.

[jimbo]

Coolz... uncle Tan can go Beijing "paktor" (dating) with his "gf" and do some window shopping :rolleyes: Good for Msia (also taxpayer $$$) coz we chose the "uncles" over the promisings n upcomings Fuzzy :cool: What a sad story for Msia Boleh fans ;)

[ants]

They can do the shopping after the Olympics.

[SibugiChai]

Coolz... uncle Tan can go Beijing "paktor" (dating) with his "gf" and do some window shopping :rolleyes: Good for Msia (also taxpayer $$$) coz we chose the "uncles" over the promisings n upcomings Fuzzy :cool: What a sad story for Msia Boleh fans ;)

Ha? his gf also going than wasted la...

China got more to offer if he is not with his GF

But glad also both of them can go shopping after 1st round :)

[ants]

It will be good to congratulate them instead of making fun of them. They are badminton players... not shoppers.

[Dreamzz]

sounds right i think, they should reward the highest ranked pair for their achievements over the last 12 months or so.

[SibugiChai]

It will be good to congratulate them instead of making fun of them. They are badminton players... not shoppers.

Opps...

Congratulation Uncle CTF & LWW for getting free tickets and accomodation to shop in China! :D

[eaglehelang]

Ha? his gf also going than wasted la...

China got more to offer if he is not with his GF

But glad also both of them can go shopping after 1st round :)

It's his gf's home country lah. Cannot go after 1st round, girlfriend is WR#1 WD, OG 2004 champ, for China must go finals. Hiyaa, uncles not so bad lah, 2004 they reached QF, with all their nervous syndrome & pressure (they were Msia no 1 MD pair then).

Now they're uncles, they play better actually when relaxed. ANyway, all the best to uncles & KKK/TBH in their final preparations for OG.

There's another 2 threads on this, maybe can close the other 2.

[SibugiChai]

It's his gf's home country lah. Cannot go after 1st round, girlfriend is WR#1 WD, OG 2004 champ, for China must go finals. Hiyaa, uncles not so bad lah, 2004 they reached QF, with all their nervous syndrome & pressure (they were Msia no 1 MD pair then).

Now they're uncles, they play better actually when relaxed. ANyway, all the best to uncles & KKK/TBH in their final preparations for OG.

Ha! His gf is from China, Dangerous!

Will CTF ended up broke like Ronald Susilo? :eek:

[Xenoy009]

Opps...

Congratulation Uncle CTF & LWW for getting free tickets and accomodation to shop in China! :D

You are very "funny" :confused::rolleyes:

[SibugiChai]

You are very "funny" :confused::rolleyes:

You expect them to win?

Quater finalist dont get any medal le!

[AlanY]

Coolz... uncle Tan can go Beijing "paktor" (dating) with his "gf" and do some window shopping :rolleyes: Good for Msia (also taxpayer $$$) coz we chose the "uncles" over the promisings n upcomings Fuzzy :cool: What a sad story for Msia Boleh fans ;)
isnt it the olympics spirit that to participate, not win win win all the time?

[SibugiChai]

isnt it the olympics spirit that to participate, not win win win all the time?

True...

Participation... Olympic spirits!

That's why we never bring back the GOLD

I got the feeling that UNCLEs will win this GOLD! though just to show his mother in law. :cool:

[Dato A]

You expect them to win?

Quater finalist dont get any medal le!

Better tha Fuzzy's 1st round out.:D:D

[eaglehelang]

Better tha Fuzzy's 1st round out.:D:D

Wah, Dato, today you :D:D, <shake hand> cos uncles that we prefer are going ? :D:D to you too

But I wouldnt say Fuzzy out 1st round, current form up to QF still can, Fuzzy got 'surprise' element, many opponent think "shorties, hiyaa, sure cannot wan." until Fuzzies trick trick them with netplay(their forte cos of their height me thinks) till they pening.
Onward to cheer for Fuzzy in Spore Open, too bad must face recovering uncles in 1st round

[SibugiChai]

Wah, Dato, today you :D:D, <shake hand> cos uncles that we prefer are going ? :D:D to you too

But I wouldnt say Fuzzy out 1st round, current form up to QF still can, Fuzzy got 'surprise' element, many opponent think "shorties, hiyaa, sure cannot wan." until Fuzzies trick trick them with netplay(their forte cos of their height me thinks) till they pening.
Onward to cheer for Fuzzy in Spore Open, too bad must face recovering uncles in 1st round

I bet my pocket money, 1st round sg open Fuzzy win Uncles :cool:

[X Ball]

Right decision - if it had gone any other way, there would be commotion.

[limsy]

I bet my pocket money, 1st round sg open Fuzzy win Uncles :cool:

no gamble in sport...^^...

[samuel882]

I bet my pocket money, 1st round sg open Fuzzy win Uncles :cool:
If uncle lost, that's normal.. LWW Just recovered from the back injury.. while fuzzy in a must win condition since they are injury free and so many praise frm the press right after their win in TC SF. If they lost, confirm they are just having a one time magic in Jakarta:cool:

[olympic]

We should support all the players who have been choosen for Beijing Olympics, instead of making fun of the players or saying something sarcastically.

[SibugiChai]

If uncle lost, that's normal.. LWW Just recovered from the back injury.. while fuzzy in a must win condition since they are injury free and so many praise frm the press right after their win in TC SF. If they lost, confirm they are just having a one time magic in Jakarta:cool:

UNCLEs are always injured, flu, fever, sick, not free & etc.

If they lose that's mean they are not qualify to represent the country because they always got problems.:D

[Xenoy009]

You expect them to win?

Quater finalist dont get any medal le!


I bet my pocket money, 1st round sg open Fuzzy win Uncles :cool:

No point betting. Even if LWW/CTF lost to Fuzzy, 1stly: it's not a big hoo haa losing to team mate. 2ndly: decision is final, they will still go to Olympics. lastly: doesnt mean they can't do well in OG. :)

[charmlene]

fuzzy or uncles oso sama lar..fuzzy won the china pair in thomas cup doesnt mean they'll win in olympics..while uncles..their performances have dropped abit lately..so ive got no opinions..but in terms of experience they win hands down.

[george@chongwei]

congrats to our uncles:)

[ants]

Fuzzy/Zakry can handle the pressure. But their skills is still not as good compare to Fu/Cai and the Koreans. However i'm sure they will go far and still have alot of opportunity in the future.

[Felicia_txh]

Fuzzy/Zakry can handle the pressure. But their skills is still not as good compare to Fu/Cai and the Koreans. However i'm sure they will go far and still have alot of opportunity in the future.
Zakry/Fairuz are still 'new' compare to TBH/KKK n CTF/LWW n yet they never win any major tournament like AE o WC..hence,they do not have any pressure like KKK/TBH have..Most Mas players have a common weakness,can't handle pressure after winning a major tournament..:)
I hope they aren't one of them..

[eaglehelang]

This could have been posted in other 2 threads, anyway, since this the "finalised" pair thread ...

NST

30 May

Tan Fook-Wan Wah get the nod

By : Ajitpal Singh (ajitpalsingh@nst.com.my)


http://www.nst.com.my/Friday/Sport/2253716/insidepix1
Lee Wan Wah (left) and Choong Tan Fook have experience on their side and will be motivated to win a medal at the Olympics.

CHOONG Tan Fook-Lee Wan Wah will feature in their third consecutive Olympics in Beijing. The BA of Malaysia (BAM) coaching committee yesterday unanimously decided to pick the veteran pair and Koo Kien Keat-Tan Boon Heong ahead of Zakry Latif-Fairuzizuan Tazari.
BAM president Datuk Nadzmi Salleh said the committee selected both pairs based on current ranking and performance over the past year.

"We consulted the National Sports Insitute (NSI) doctors today (yesterday) and they concluded that Wan Wah's minor shoulder injury will not affect his performance in training or at the Olympics," said Nadzmi at the National Sports Council (NSC) in Bukit Jalil yesterday.

"We felt that, after the report by NSI, Tan Fook-Wan Wah shouldn't be denied a chance to compete in the event as they have proven themselves as one of the better pairs in the country.

"On BAM's part, we have fulfilled our promise, made a year ago, to select only the best pairs for the Olympics."
Nadzmi, who doubles up as the coaching committee chairman, now wants Kien Keat-Boon Heong and Tan Fook-Wan Wah to concentrate on improving their performance in preparation for Beijing.

Nadzmi also said the shuttlers must aim for the best result in Beijing as he believes the gold medal target set last year is within reach.

"All of them should try their best for the gold medal if not silver or bronze."

He said World No 2 Lee Chong Wei and Kien Keat-Boon Heong are genuine gold medal contenders.

"They have proven many times that they have the potential."

However, Nadzmi did not discount Tan Fook-Wan Wah chances.

"They have experience on their side and will be motivated to win a medal as it will likely be their last Olympics," he added.

The others who will compete in Beijing are World No 10 Wong Mew Choo and Wong Pei Tty-Chin Eei Hui.

http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/Friday/Sport/2253716/Article/index_html

[eaglehelang]

NST

30 May

Beijing-bound pair vow to do their best


2008/05/30

WORLD No 4 Choong Tan Fook-Lee Wan Wah have pledged to do their very best in what could be their last chance to win an Olympic medal. The doubles pair could not hide their relief when BA of Malaysia (BAM) president, Datuk Nadzmi Salleh (pic) gave them the green light to travel to Beijing.

"I'm relieved with the decision. I feel our selection is justified based on ranking and performance," said Wan Wah at the National Sports Council (NSC) in Bukit Jalil yesterday.

"A year ago, we set our minds on qualifying for our third Olympics and today (yesterday), the association showed that they still have trust in us.

"Now we want to repay BAM for having faith in us by doing our best."

Tan Fook-Wan Wah made an impressive Olympics debut when they finished fourth in the 2002 Sydney Games, and then reached the quarter-finals four years later in Athens.

Wan Wah also stressed that Tan Fook and himself will be more focused and will also work closely with national doubles coach Rexy Mainaky in training.

"We need to train comprehensively under the guidance of Rexy to strengthen our game and consistency towards preparing for the event," said Wan Wah, who admitted uncertainty and stress before BAM made its decision yesterday.

"Now that it's settled, those not selected can help Koo Kien Keat-Tan Boon Heong and us to prepare." Boon Heong said Kien Keat and himself were not surprised with Tan Fook-Wan Wah's inclusion.

"We need to work harder now to improve.

"My performance so far this year has not been good and I need to make adjustments," said the 21-year-old Boon Heong, who added that if Kien Keat and himself can regain their form, an Olympic medal is within reach. -- AJITPAL SINGH

http://www.nst.com.my/Current_News/NST/Friday/Sport/2253684/Article/pppull_index_html

[eaglehelang]

And from the malay press :

Berita Harian : http://www.bharian.com.my/Current_News/BH/Friday/Sukan/20080530011120/Article/print_html

Harian Metro
http://www.hmetro.com.my/Current_News/myMetro/Friday/Arena/20080530094104/Article/index_html
A bit different from the rest as it's interview with Zakry.

Zakry said he & Fairuz not disappointed, nothing to be disappointed about.
Also uncles deserve to go as they're higher ranked, they are more qualified, BAM has made right choice, the decision is fair.
Uncles have geared towards preparing for OG since last year. ie early-early already uncles aim for OG & work hard. Zakry said Fuzzy were focusing towards TC & Open tourneys.

[olympic]

Very good sportsmanship of Zakry-Fairuz,supportive to the teammate.That's the spirit! Hopefully this will further motivate them to do well in the upcoming tournament.

[SibugiChai]

And from the malay press :

Berita Harian : http://www.bharian.com.my/Current_News/BH/Friday/Sukan/20080530011120/Article/print_html

Harian Metro
http://www.hmetro.com.my/Current_News/myMetro/Friday/Arena/20080530094104/Article/index_html
A bit different from the rest as it's interview with Zakry.

Zakry said he & Fairuz not disappointed, nothing to be disappointed about.
Also uncles deserve to go as they're higher ranked, they are more qualified, BAM has made right choice, the decision is fair.
Uncles have geared towards preparing for OG since last year. ie early-early already uncles aim for OG & work hard. Zakry said Fuzzy were focusing towards TC & Open tourneys.

They should have bring the matters up to UMNO or PKR instead of chickening out. :mad:

[george@chongwei]

They should have bring the matters up to UMNO or PKR instead of chickening out. :mad:
what the hell are u talking about ???
no politics here in Bc forum pls..!!!

[SibugiChai]

what the hell are u talking about ???
no politics here in Bc forum pls..!!!

they will be nearing 30 without Olympic experience... :crying:

[george@chongwei]

they will be nearing 30 without Olympic experience... :crying:
CTF/LWW had featured in the malayisa olyimpic squad for the last 2 olyimpic edition..
so, they had enough experience to compete in this time OG08:)

[SibugiChai]

CTF/LWW had featured in the malayisa olyimpic squad for the last 2 olyimpic edition..
so, they had enough experience to compete in this time OG08:)

If they cant bring back any medal, they better pay back every cents BAM invested in them! :cool:

[Jagdpanther]

they will be nearing 30 without Olympic experience... :crying:

By that time, they'll be very mature. Just hoping that their skill doesn't wear away, however.

[eaglehelang]

they will be nearing 30 without Olympic experience... :crying:

Fuzzy had their chance to up their OG points end of last year & this year. If they had won or finished runner-up in 2 or 3 SS, then only got more chance.
Uncles are highest ranking Msia MD, and they only played 2 additional SS(Denmark & France) compared to Fuzzy. Fuzzy went for 2008 Korea, uncles didnt.
GP Gold - 2007 Taiwan Fuzzy went, uncles didnt go, uncles went 2007 Macau (& got runner-up). After 2007 Indonesia, Fuzzy havent got any runner-up yet, me thinks. Copenhagen Masters 2007 dont count into OG points.

I'm surprised BAM had to emphasise to malay press that uncle's selection is not favouritism, should be quite clear.

[Dato A]

They should have bring the matters up to UMNO or PKR instead of chickening out. :mad:

Is it Politics issue allowed in BC? and race issue also? Or permission only given to Sibugichai to raise those suppose banned issue here??:confused::confused:

[Dato A]

If they cant bring back any medal, they better pay back every cents BAM invested in them! :cool:

Then u shouls ask HH paid back 1st.

And after fail to play in OG, Fuzzy's pair should also pay back their money invested by BAM also.:mad: