Singapore Badminton Open 2008: Day 6, Sunday June 15th (Finals)

[ronk]

Too bad no 21-0. It would be nice to see a perfect game in a final.

[extremenanopowe]

Happy Fathers day everyone !!! have a good meal !!!!

[simonlovers]

Bye..bye...
c u in Indonesia....
hope i can watch the match live!

[kwun]

i see Loh hiding behind the tripod and camera.

[samuel882]

For a long long time, Simon's gonna have nightmares featuring this match ;)
Mention "Lee Chong Wei" or "Singapore Open 2008" and he might collapse!
Will he be another Kuan Beng Hong.:rolleyes: :D... who suffered a nitemare too in TC06 against JP :o

[kwun]

i wonder what LCW said to SS... what can he say??

[Oldhand]

That was a teaser of a match :eek:
Simon Santoso managed just 18 points in all after being tortured by Lee Chong Wei for 29 minutes!

[Tjun Tjun]

Just sensational win ..........Simon was never in the game after the half way point of the 1st set................

[apontoh]

i wonder what LCW said to SS... what can he say??

With limitations of livestreaming, I tried to read his lips and I think he said "good game"

[badMania]

Lee Chong Wei must be one of the favorites for the Beijing Olympics, alongside Lin Dan. Bao Chunlai and Chen Jin would be one rung below him in terms of chances. As for the rest, I don't think they will stand a chance (including INA's own Taufik Hidayat and Sony Dwi Kuncoro).

[Seasider]

Has Simon ever beaten LCW before? Anyone knows how many times they have met so far? Thx.

[extremenanopowe]

At this age, LCW is at peak now. Good to win all he can. 1-2 more years at the top, if he can keep up the fitness and speed.

[extremenanopowe]

So far agreed on the top 4 in OG. Unless one of them got whacked by someone in the early rounds. Pressure on the local boys will sure creep into them. Not good to be top seed in OG though! Not good fung shui so far.

[madbad]

Didn't Misbun say that if LCW got to the final of SIN SS, he would withdraw him from the IO SS?

[Oldhand]

This is what's gonna happen in a few minutes :D
I'm willing to bet on it!

[madbad]

He's not even going to the Olympics....

You are right, badmania

[Oldhand]

Lee Chong Wei must be one of the favorites for the Beijing Olympics, alongside Lin Dan. Bao Chunlai and Chen Jin would be one rung below him in terms of chances. As for the rest, I don't think they will stand a chance (including INA's own Taufik Hidayat and Sony Dwi Kuncoro).
One of the favourites?
On current form, Lee Chong Wei is the sole favourite ;)

[kwun]

This is what's gonna happen in a few minutes :D
I'm willing to bet on it!

:eek: Oldhand is the true paparazzi!

[extremenanopowe]

Shd let LCW go and enjoy drilling and keeping in touch there. Match fitness is important to keep in touch with tournament. Or maybe go for the Thai Open instead if IO skipped. Step up a gear when OG is on.

[limsy]

Will he be another Kuan Beng Hong.:rolleyes: :D... who suffered a nitemare too in TC06 against JP :o

i hope this will not happen...ss is a good player...


Has Simon ever beaten LCW before? Anyone knows the how many times they have met so far? Thx.

yes...in south east asia games if i am not mistaken...

lcw won it with superb play...ok...now can stay at mas and training...then watch chinese play in thailand open

[eaglehelang]

One of the favourites?
On current form, Lee Chong Wei is the sole favourite ;)

Cannot say that, cannot say, wait got people say it's Msia Boleh fans dreaming only. Hot favourite is still LD, he didnt come to SO:D:p

[Louisa]

LCW is such a polite guy, tried his best to fulfill all the autograph after the match...and the way he talk to the VIPs....WoW, so, so, so, so humble....

I LIKE LEE CHONG WEI....

[madbad]

Realistically, there are 2 players head and shoulders above the rest, LD and LCW. That should be a fitting OG final

[limsy]

Cannot say that, cannot say, wait got people say it's Msia Boleh fans dreaming only. Hot favourite is still LD, he didnt come to SO:D:p

yes...i agree what kak helang say...if lcw win over ld with a 16-0 lead in ss final 2nd set...then just can say...:p

[eaglehelang]

Didn't Misbun say that if LCW got to the final of SIN SS, he would withdraw him from the IO SS?

Misbun said if LCW win SO, then not going Indonesia. Go home & train. That happened. If LCW go back, Misbun go back, WMC also have to go back with coach to train.

[kwun]

alright ladies & gentlemen. it was truely an honor to follow the SO2008 with you all. i am going to turn in now. enjoy the rest of your weekend!

[Oldhand]

Indonesia really need to pull up their collective socks if they are to make any impression in the MS at either the Indonesia Open or at the Olympic Games.

Lin Dan, Lee Chong Wei and, maybe, Bao Chunlai or Peter Gade are already ahead in the queue for the three Olympic medals :)

The question is: is there any room left for the Indonesian MS players?

[X Ball]

Pemuda or no Pemuda, LCW is the favourite to win the Olympic Gold medal. Pemuda has got no taste and he does not know a champion when he sees one.:D:D

[limsy]

Realistically, there are 2 players head and shoulders above the rest, LD and LCW. That should be a fitting OG final

upset will happen...

[**KZ**]

I think now the contenders for the OG gold are LCW, LD, PG(he'll be back at good form), maybe PSH or LHI....BCL??? CJ??? for now....I don't think so...

[madbad]

Good night all. Till the IO...

[X Ball]

Realistically, there are 2 players head and shoulders above the rest, LD and LCW. That should be a fitting OG final


If you extrapolate that further, LCW is heads and shoulders over everyone.:D Today, he is unbeatable.

[Oldhand]

Pemuda or no Pemuda, LCW is the favourite to win the Olympic Gold medal. Pemuda has got no taste and he does not know a champion when he sees one.:D:D
The first four words in your first sentence and the entire second sentence are unnecessary, right? ;)

[simonlovers]

upset will happen...
agree....:D:D.................

[eaglehelang]

Too bad no 21-0. It would be nice to see a perfect game in a final.

Final where can be 21-0, if like that, the player long time ago out of tournament.


i see Loh hiding behind the tripod and camera.

Ya meh? Haiseh, missed uncle Loh on tv.

[X Ball]

The first four words in your first sentence and the entire second sentence are unnecessary, right? ;)


Take it in good humour -- given that you have humoured him for so long.

[Louisa]

Cannot say that, cannot say, wait got people say it's Msia Boleh fans dreaming only. Hot favourite is still LD, he didnt come to SO:D:p
yes, yes, fren, you are correct.

LCW won this time, because no other top guns here....lets face the reality....

The hot favorite remains LD....next, BCL, then CJ, then LCW...

[abedeng]

Pjswift's final comments as she leaves the stadium, "So that was an exhibition match, right?"

[badMania]

One of the favourites?
On current form, Lee Chong Wei is the sole favourite ;)

Have you forgotten about Lin Dan??
Remember, many MAS folks themselves are skeptical of LCW's chances, to the extent that this Singapore Open title will be meaningless unless he delivers that shiny Gold Medal in Beijing.

[X Ball]

Have you forgotten about Lin Dan??
Remember, many MAS folks themselves are skeptical of LCW's chances, to the extent that this Singapore Open title will be meaningless unless he delivers that shiny Gold Medal in Beijing.


He emphatically destroyed PG yesterday and Santosa today just as he did to LD in TC. He has made his statement !

[limsy]

hmm...ok ok... people...please back on earth...after(if) lcw win OG gold...then...u all can fly as high as u all want(for those surport him or think he will win...)

[eaglehelang]

yes...i agree what kak helang say...if lcw win over ld with a 16-0 lead in ss final 2nd set...then just can say...:p

Ya loh, I also surprised with Simon, like he lost & panic.
But looking back, this SO, Simon beat Sato Shoji, uncle Sairul, Andrew Smith to reach finals, not that great players.

[simonlovers]

Has Simon ever beaten LCW before? Anyone knows how many times they have met so far? Thx.
4-1 for Lee Chong Wei...
your journey is still soo long Simon....:crying::crying:
go Simon..we love you...
hope you'll do your best in Indonesia Open...

[X Ball]

I think the confidence in LCW is so high now, he can play LD left hand and still wins.

[badMania]

He emphatically destroyed PG yesterday and Santosa today just as he did to LD in TC. He has made his statement !

I was referring to "u know whom" :D

[X Ball]

I was referring to "u know whom" :D

Oh I C..........:D

[badMania]

I think the confidence in LCW is so high now, he can play LD left hand and still wins.

I wouldn't be that over-confident :o
If LCW plays like he did to Lin Dan last month, Lin Dan had no chance whatsoever.

[X Ball]

I wouldn't be that over-confident :o
If LCW plays like he did to Lin Dan last month, Lin Dan had no chance whatsoever.


LOL, I got to have my day crowing.:D

[abedeng]

Next on the agenda, another 4 hour drive home.

[eaglehelang]

The first four words in your first sentence and the entire second sentence are unnecessary, right? ;)

Worse things were said about us that were unnecessary that were left as it is, as you know :D;)

[limsy]

maybe lcw fantastic win can help bc acheive 1 million post on OG...:p

[X Ball]

Next on the agenda, another 4 hour drive home.


LCW's win means the Police are going to celebrate -- do it in 2hrs.:D

[limsy]

please ask hau ge consult him...hope ss will not like kbh...:(

[Louisa]

I think the confidence in LCW is so high now, he can play LD left hand and still wins.
haiyo X Ball....this is too much lah....if LCW can wins in 2 sets, me already very happy lo....

[X Ball]

maybe lcw fantastic win can help bc acheive 1 million post on OG...:p


You post half a million and I, the other half.:D

[eaglehelang]

hmm...ok ok... people...please back on earth...after(if) lcw win OG gold...then...u all can fly as high as u all want(for those surport him or think he will win...)

hiyaa, Limsy, give them a few minutes to be happy lah. Cos next day will have the media, etc, etc, etc who would say "cos LD, BCL, CJ, Taufik, not there, only can win" as usual.

Oh yeah, my young bro, you watch tv or Shanghai Sports today?

[Louisa]

Next on the agenda, another 4 hour drive home.
:eek::eek::eek:, not going for the gathering afterthis????

I thought you said you are not going to watch SO...but still going?????

[limsy]

LCW's win means the Police are going to celebrate -- do it in 2hrs.:D

hmm...this mean u are saying all traffic police watching SGO when they supose to be on duty...:eek:...:p...:D...

[badMania]

Lee Chong We has basically won the Japan, French, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia Super Series. He has also won the Asian Championships and some other GP Gold events in the past 2 years.

I think he has proven himself that he's a worthy contender.

Just hope that his mental attitude doesn't crumble in Beijing :cool:

[X Ball]

hmm...this mean u are saying all traffic police watching SGO when they supose to be on duty...:eek:...:p...:D...

Shhhhhhhhh.............:D

[limsy]

hiyaa, Limsy, give them a few minutes to be happy lah. Cos next will have the media, etc, etc, etc who would say "cos LD, BCL, CJ, not there, only can win" as usual.

Oh yeah, my young bro, you watch tv or Shanghai Sports today?

ok ok...we can happy and celebrate until someone posting or the newspaper out...:D...:p...;)...

i watched shanghai sports today...hmm...but i watch the md match as i back from school and arive at home on 2.25pm(wd match is rather boring)...:D...

[eaglehelang]

Next on the agenda, another 4 hour drive home.

Petrol price go up, next time take bus.

[limsy]

Shhhhhhhhh.............:D

oh...so sorry...i should not state something that been known...:p...

[CLELY]

As predicted, INA takes one title here same with last year edition through XD discipline. Last show, LCW >< Simon is just one sided match particularly second game when Simon produces loads of unforced error. Next stop, INA must reach better result at its homeground SS.

[X Ball]

Lee Chong We has basically won the Japan, French, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia Super Series. He has also won the Asian Championships and some other GP Gold events in the past 2 years.

I think he has proven himself that he's a worthy contender.

Just hope that his mental attitude doesn't crumble in Beijing :cool:

Not anymore, he lights a cigar with his fingers (like James B).:D

[cooler]

Lee Chong We has basically won the Japan, French, Singapore, Malaysia, and Indonesia Super Series. He has also won the Asian Championships and some other GP Gold events in the past 2 years.

I think he has proven himself that he's a worthy contender.

Just hope that his mental attitude doesn't crumble in Beijing :cool:u guys sure like to write about nothing. What is there to prove? Was LCW not a worthy contender before SO??
:rolleyes:

[limsy]

Petrol price go up, next time take bus.

did bus fee increased???...hmm...ok lar...take airasia or mas rmO.OO ticket will be better...:D

[eaglehelang]

u guys sure like to write about nothing. What is there to prove? Was LCW not a worthy contender before SO??
:rolleyes:

He means worthy contender for OG gold
There are some who think so, there are those who think LCW will crash out early rounds, that's why Badmania had it re-emphasised for certain reasons. Badmania as you know is not Msian fan ;);)

[X Ball]

There are some who think so, there are those who think LCW will crash out early rounds, that's why Badmania had it re-emphasised for certain reasons. Badmania as you know is not Msian fan ;);)


Yes Badmania is a real sport.:)

[eaglehelang]

Hiyaaa, me forgets.

Spore Open is a wrap with :
Msia winning 2 titles MD & MS
Denmark winning 1 title in WS
Indonesia winning 1 title in XD
China winning 1 title in WD

A total of 17 upsets, no upsets in Semi Finals & Finals.

And now off to find Indonesia SS livescore site.

[X Ball]

Hiyaaa, me forgets.

Spore Open is a wrap with :
Msia winning 2 titles MD & MS
Denmark winning 1 title in WS
Indonesia winning 1 title in XD
China winning 1 title in WD

A total of 17 upsets, no upsets in Semi Finals & Finals.

And now off to find Indonesia SS livescore site.

Good Rap............:D

[Oldhand]

One could, of course, discount Lee Chong Wei's victory at the Singapore Open by saying that he won against a truly depleted field.
Such an argument would also be, in my opinion, a valid one.
Except for Peter Gade, the line-up here would constitute pre-quarter fodder at, say, the All England Open :p

However, what would still remain is the fact that he is in cracking form.

In this tournament, he has displayed some truly awesome badminton.
If he continues in this vein, the Olympics can't be too high a target ;)

[george@chongwei]

so, as expected//
lee chong wei have no problem beating SS in the final 2day...
congratulations to him:)
next assignment: Beijing Olyimpic 2008:eek::eek::eek:;)

[shawn30_k]

superb stuff by chong wei

[badMania]

However, what would still remain is the fact that he is in cracking form.

In this tournament, he has displayed some truly awesome badminton.
If he continues in this vein, the Olympics can't be too high a target ;)

Well, IMHO there are a couple of BCers in this forum who's yet to be convinced by that :o

[abedeng]

Having early dinner now at Old Airport Road hawker centre, before the trip home.

Many thanks to our hosts Sealman and Loh, assisted by, ahem, "expatriates" jimbo and hFang.

[Louisa]

Having early dinner now at Old Airport Road hawker centre, before the trip home.

Many thanks to our hosts Sealman and Loh, assisted by, ahem, "expatriates" jimbo and hFang.
help me to send regards to Jimbo and hFang....please tell Jimbo that he appeared in tv a couple of times...we spotted it...as handsome as usual:D:D:D

[litobear]

help me to send regards to Jimbo and hFang....please tell Jimbo that he appeared in tv a couple of times...we spotted it...as handsome as usual:D:D:D


yaya..i saw Jimbo in tv too:D:p

[litobear]

and i saw hau ge and fastdrop too...

[abedeng]

Petrol price go up, next time take bus.

Why worry about the inevitable? Petrol will always go up, and I will always drive down to SG for spare parts, and do window shopping at the Great SG Sale .......

[eaglehelang]

Why worry about the inevitable? Petrol will always go up, and I will always drive down to SG for spare parts, and do window shopping at the Great SG Sale .......

Only ppl who got extra cash to spare will say that. Ok then, next time take flight

[samuel882]

Only ppl who got extra cash to spare will say that. Ok then, next time take flight
totally agreed. Not many BCers got the luxurious to enjoy that :rolleyes:

[abedeng]

No, u guyz got it wrong. Loh had bought me a ticket, I must come.

This isn't about money, it's about releasing stress from work and supporting the game u r passionate about ......

[chris-ccc]

.
Greetings,

You don't know how thankful I am to you BCers for making your posts/reports, especially abedeng, who was reporting from courtside. :):):)

Just returned home from almost a whole day of Badminton and the first thing I did was to read this thread; to find out how our finalists have played today, not just who have won and their scores. Thanks again for your reports.


Fuzzy guys won 21-18, 21-17. Scoreline is close, but not the match. One pair clearly superior over the other.
Yes, I thought they could win because they have shown to be a bit steadier than their opponents. And from reports that their smashes were great today, Gan/Lin would have found it even harder to challenge them.


Tine Rasmussen wins her 3rd SS titles this year as she beat Zhou Mi 21-19, 21-17. She will be China's greatest obstacle to a Women's Singles Gold Medal in Beijing.
This really shows that TR is getting better and better as the Beijing Olympics approaches.


ZM, two crucial mistakes at 18-18 and 18-19 cost her the 2nd set.

but overall, Tine has mostly the upper hand with her speed and power. Zhou Mi might be the most powerful WS player behind Tine.

Tine Rasmussen beat Zhou Mi 21-19 / 21-17
:D:D:D Hahaha ...
TR has now made a statement: "Watch out for me at the Beijing Olympics 2008 !!!". :D:D:D


Du/Yu squeak it out 21-19 in the 2nd. A lot of PAWers are happy
Yes, Cheng/Chien usually find it harder to play against CHN WD players.


21-17 Clark & Kellogg have the first game :)

chris, are you worried yet? :p
Oldhand ... Yes, I was a bit worried after Clark & Kellogg won the first game.

And kwun 's comments that LN was a bit slow and dreamy, made me even more worried. :D:D:D


17-21, 21-14, 21-9 - the result goes against my prediction :(
Rather, Donna Kellogg's innumerable errors let me down.

chris@ccc has every reason to smile!
And sure enough, NW/LN came back in the 2nd and the 3rd game. Perhaps, DK was more tired than LN at the end of the match.


Like a mangy dog, Simon is finally put out of its misery. LCW whips Simon 21-13, 21-5.
In the second game, just like most BCers, I was so surprised that LCW could have devastated SS with such a big lead in the scoreline. Lin Dan would now be more worried. :):):)

I think it's great that Misbun has suggested for LCW not to play in the IO 2008 next week.


Btw, while the SO 2008 was being played today, I was with the Singapore National Under-15 Singles Champion who is visiting Melbourne at the moment. He turned up our our CCC Badminton Club for some training and some sparring/games. :):):)

When asked why he didn't want to watch the SO 2008, he said "Because so many big names pulled out of the tournament". :D:D:D

And so ... we have come to the end of the SO 2008. We shall be looking forward to the IO 2008 next week.

Cheers... chris@ccc
:):):)
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[eaglehelang]

No, u guyz got it wrong. Loh had bought me a ticket, I must come.

This isn't about money, it's about releasing stress from work and supporting the game u r passionate about ......

One still need to have the extra cash to spare mah. Means it's in budget, and also dont consider driving up & down so many hours a tiring & stressful experience.

[Noridayu]

Did you all see me in TV? I was the one waving the Jalur Gemilang during the prize ceremony of LCW.

[Louisa]

Did you all see me in TV? I was the one waving the Jalur Gemilang during the prize ceremony of LCW.
yes Kak Ayu.....you were waving our Jalur Gemilang....happy, right????

I knew it was you....by instinct...:D

[ssertere]

Congratulation to all the winner.

[Noridayu]

yes Kak Ayu.....you were waving our Jalur Gemilang....happy, right????

I knew it was you....by instinct...:D

Indeed, I am delighted and proud to wave the Jalur Gemilang although I am Singaporean. It is a great day to be in the stadium to witness the succeed of our players.

[Louisa]

Indeed, I am delighted and proud to wave the Jalur Gemilang although I am Singaporean. It is a great day to be in the stadium to witness the succeed of our players.
Do you have any chance to meet the players in person?

[chris-ccc]

Did you all see me in TV? I was the one waving the Jalur Gemilang during the prize ceremony of LCW.
.
:D:D:D Noridayu ... Hahaha, we are all so happy for you... that you were so proud of LCW winning the MS event at the Singapore Open 2008.

:):):)
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[Noridayu]

Do you have any chance to meet the players in person?

Yes, I am able to meet him and congratulates him after the matches. I met other Malaysian players too.

[Louisa]

Yes, I am able to meet him and congratulates him after the matches. I met other Malaysian players too.
I believe, he is friendly, polite and humble...:D

[tehsham]

so, as expected//
lee chong wei have no problem beating SS in the final 2day...
congratulations to him:)
next assignment: Beijing Olyimpic 2008:eek::eek::eek:;)
Hope LCW can continue to maintain his confidence, and bring home the gold and also RM 1million reward (hope the Government does not cut it down now)

[Noridayu]

I believe, he is friendly, polite and humble...:D

Not only LCW is polite and humble,the other Malaysian players too. I like his attitude. I hope that he will keep his form and maintain it until OG. Malaysia Boleh!

[Noridayu]

Hope LCW can continue to maintain his confidence, and bring home the gold and also RM 1million reward (hope the Government does not cut it down now)

I believe that LCW will keep his momentum and win the OG.

[huangkwokhau]

Red card and free pt to INA 18-9

Now 19-9. Make it matchpt.
Donna , again and again showed unprofessionalism and no sportmanship...:mad:
Even her coach had warned her not to do it again....she should go to anger management...her coach was not impressed with her attitudes on court today...
Firstly she purposely step on shuttle and ruined it , then also she threw away the shuttle after losing points ( after 11)....

[huangkwokhau]

Tine may skip INA open after winning SO...

[ants]

No offense... westerners are very expressive.

[badMania]

Donna , again and again showed unprofessionalism and no sportmanship...:mad:
Even her coach had warned her not to do it again....she should go to anger management...her coach was not impressed with her attitudes on court today...
Firstly she purposely step on shuttle and ruined it , then also she threw away the shuttle after losing points ( after 11)....

I would say that Anthony Clark also lacked professionalism to a certain extent, deliberately playing mind-games (not sure whether he did that today as I had no access to live-streaming). One example was: fiddling around with the shuttle-cock, requesting for a change when he thought it was too heavy or too light (see the World Championships 2006 vs Kido/Hendra).

I think Flandy/Vita also underestimated this aspect when Anthony Clark deliberately delayed play (for a long time, again due to shuttlecock issue) in the beginning of their match in the Swiss-Open this year.

I prefer watching Nathan Robertson/Gail Emms.

[huangkwokhau]

No offense... westerners are very expressive.
You can be expressive but in the right way....not injak injak shuttle like crazy..not pretensing to shake hands with umpire...she did that at the end...

[huangkwokhau]

I would say that Anthony Clark also lacked professionalism to a certain extent, deliberately playing mind-games (not sure whether he did that today as I had no access to live-streaming). One example was: fiddling around with the shuttle-cock, requesting for a change when he thought it was too heavy or too light (see the World Championships 2006 vs Kido/Hendra).

I think Flandy/Vita also underestimated this aspect when Anthony Clark deliberately delayed play (for a long time, again due to shuttlecock issue) in the beginning of their match in the Swiss-Open this year.

I prefer watching Nathan Robertson/Gail Emms.

Clark behaved well today........he did play well against INA..

[pjswift]

The first four words in your first sentence and the entire second sentence are unnecessary, right? ;)
What's wrong with X Ball's post? It's just an opinion expressed point blank, isn't it? You think a lot of Pemuda's bile are not unnecessary? Please enlighten so we can go through and analyse some other posts and understand clearly your cut-off point.

[ants]

I didnt watch the matches. I only watch the Mens Doubles on tv. So i dont really know how Donna acted on court.

[huangkwokhau]

He's not even going to the Olympics....
They have not decided yet..SS may have a chance to go to Olympic;)

[huangkwokhau]

I didnt watch the matches. I only watch the Mens Doubles on tv. So i dont really know how Donna acted on court.
Worse than before.....even her coach had a word with her as Clark got affected by her attitude...they have a chance to get medal in olympics...

[samuel882]

They have not decided yet..SS may have a chance to go to Olympic;)
It will be good if LEECW face him in OG rather than facing Sony/TH ;)

[huangkwokhau]

It will be good if LEECW face him in OG rather than facing Sony/TH ;)
Today LCW played very very well..in Olympic, you will never know...as SS had beaten LCW once last year....hope SS learned the lesson...;)

[eaglehelang]

Worse than before.....even her coach had a word with her as Clark got affected by her attitude...they have a chance to get medal in olympics...

btw, is Tan Kim Her also coaching XD? did he go with them to SO ?

[huangkwokhau]

btw, is Tan Kim Her also coaching XD? did he go with them to SO ?
TKH did not go to SO....

[yyclub]

LCW is too good for his opponents in this tournament, it is one way traffic, just a matter of when it going to end, kudos.
Hope to see him maintain it until Olympic. Love to see him do that.

[limsy]

It will be good if LEECW face him in OG rather than facing Sony/TH ;)

ss will learn his lesson...for me...battle with someone greater than u...u will improve a lot...just like me(but still not good enough)...:(

[Dato A]

LCW is too good for his opponents in this tournament, it is one way traffic, just a matter of when it going to end, kudos.
Hope to see him maintain it until Olympic. Love to see him do that.

SS is not in the level with LCW, nothing special abt LCW's play and the result.

We'll see when the opponent is in the same level with him.

[victory]

Well, IMHO there are a couple of BCers in this forum who's yet to be convinced by that :o

Fanatic supporters are always around. You are right in saying there are some BCers who's yet to be convinced by the achievement and abilities of LCW. In fact I will go one step further to say these people have conditioned their mind and deliberately deny one awesome player like LCW just because they support other players and they don't want to lose face, so to speak. They will never admit it but everyone in the forum can see. Don't be bothered by that.

Congratulations to all winners! LCW is in fine form. He is in right direction to challenge the Olympic gold metal. I am also very delighted by the first break through of Zakry /Tazari. Hope this will motivate them to better in future.

Besides this SS we also see some bright spark in MAS youngsters . Tan Chun Siang gave PG a go run for his money and took one set. Latif/Tan Wee kiong eliminated Go Zengdong/ Xie Zongbo!! Brilliant! Malaysian MD have upcoming pairs to rely on when Chong/Tan retire after Olympic.

[limsy]

SS is not in the level with LCW, nothing special abt LCW's play and the result.

We'll see when the opponent is in the same level with him.

hmm...kak helang had predicted this kind of post hours before...kak have future sight...:D

[limsy]

Fanatic supporters are always around. You are right in saying there are some BCers who's yet to be convinced by the achievement and abilities of LCW. In fact I will go one step further to say these people have conditioned their mind and deliberately deny one awesome player like LCW just because they support other players and they don't want to lose face, so to speak. They will never admit it but everyone in the forum can see. Don't be bothered by that.

Congratulations to all winners! LCW is in fine form. He is in right direction to challenge the Olympic gold metal. I am also very delighted by the first break through of Zakry /Tazari. Hope this will motivate them to better in future.

Besides this SS we also see some bright spark in MAS youngsters . Tan Chun Siang gave PG a go run for his money and took one set. Latif/Tan Wee kiong eliminated Go Zengdong/ Xie Zongbo!! Brilliant! Malaysian MD have upcoming pairs to rely on when Chong/Tan retire after Olympic.

u read my mind...:D

[Oldhand]

What's wrong with X Ball's post? It's just an opinion expressed point blank, isn't it? You think a lot of Pemuda's bile are not unnecessary? Please enlighten so we can go through and analyse some other posts and understand clearly your cut-off point.
Why must you assume that Pemuda has not been asked a similar question?
Why must you also assume that I marked X_Ball's post as 'wrong'?
Indeed, if it were deemed 'wrong', it would have been removed ;)

Debate and information constitute the life-blood of this forum.
It'd help a great deal if people quarrelled less and, instead, argued more and shared more.

My attempt is to open, build and maintain bridges.
No one is being coerced to use any of them.
After all, it could be healthier on one side of the river :)

[jimbo]

Great skills shown by LCW to get 15 straight points in 2nd game. First time I saw a pro player did it (in new format) against another top player. Now I am convinced that I couldnt even get a point from LCW... :eek::D

Tine was in fantastic form... she overpowered ZM with speed n cross-court sharp smashes. ZM faced the same fate as WMC's but nevertheless, ZM or WMC did well in this tourney. Tine is definitely on LYB's radar now :rolleyes:

Msia boleh... Congrats to LCW... :)

[Oldhand]

Worse than before.....even her coach had a word with her as Clark got affected by her attitude...they have a chance to get medal in olympics...
After losing a point during the WD quarter-finals, Donna Kellogg threw her racquet high into the air :eek:

Had she then not stepped off court and caught it before it hit the ground, it might have landed somewhere near or inside the adjacent court. Possibly because the match on the next court had ended a few minutes earlier, she was let off without a warning.

It was a shocking display of immaturity from someone who's hardly a debutante ;)

[Oldhand]

Great skills shown by LCW to get 15 straight points in 2nd game. First time I saw a pro player did it (in new format) against another top player. Now I am convinced that I couldnt even get a point from LCW... :eek::D

Tine was in fantastic form... she overpowered ZM with speed n cross-court sharp smashes. ZM faced the same fate as WMC's but nevertheless, ZM or WMC did well in this tourney. Tine is definitely on LYB's radar now :rolleyes:

Msia boleh... Congrats to LCW... :)
Joachim Persson should consider himself lucky that he got as many points as he did against the Malaysian magician ;)

Persson can now breathe easy... there's someone worse than him :D

[eaglehelang]

It'd help a great deal if people quarrelled less and, instead, argued more and shared more...........

:)

Uncle Oldhand, quarrel & argue not same meaning meh? hmm......


Joachim Persson should consider himself lucky that he got as many points as he did against the Malaysian magician ;)

Persson can now breathe easy... there's someone worse than him :D

JP didnt play that bad right? :confused: QF wasnt shown on tv, so.....
And the underlined sentence, kah kah kah, very funny

[jimbo]

Joachim Persson should consider himself lucky that he got as many points as he did against the Malaysian magician ;)

Persson can now breathe easy... there's someone worse than him :D

I wouldnt read too much into the scoreline anyway. Both players (Persson and simon) are different leagues but the masterful LCW has playing in the "Alien" league all by himself this week :eek:

LCW toyed Persson like a monkey in the court while Simon did nothing wrong with his game. It was the sifu LCW's nite coz he played a flawless game. As simple as that. period.

[pjswift]

Why must you assume that Pemuda has not been asked a similar question?
Why must you also assume that I marked X_Ball's post as 'wrong'?
Indeed, if it were deemed 'wrong', it would have been removed ;)

Debate and information constitute the life-blood of this forum.
It'd help a great deal if people quarrelled less and, instead, argued more and shared more.

My attempt is to open, build and maintain bridges.
No one is being coerced to use any of them.
After all, it could be healthier on one side of the river :)
Well, i made a mistake of reading 'unnecessary' as 'wrong' rather than '?'
Let me say i appreciate your efforts as a mod. it's just sometimes I find the cut-off point wandering up and down a bit.But the difference in perception may be because you're a mod, looking at the whole picture and i'm a poster, peeking selectively.

[Loh]

Donna , again and again showed unprofessionalism and no sportmanship...:mad:
Even her coach had warned her not to do it again....she should go to anger management...her coach was not impressed with her attitudes on court today...
Firstly she purposely step on shuttle and ruined it , then also she threw away the shuttle after losing points ( after 11)....

She also threw away my PAW after such a fine start! :crying::crying::crying:

[Loh]

No offense... westerners are very expressive.

Not when she bends down to redo her shoelaces without the umpire's permission. This could be construed as a deliberate delay to waste time and to gain more time for herself. :(

[pjswift]

Uncle Oldhand, quarrel & argue not same meaning meh? hmm......



JP didnt play that bad right? :confused: QF wasnt shown on tv, so.....
And the underlined sentence, kah kah kah, very funny
Actually LCW was really kind to JP. LCW played slow-motion badminton to give JP some chance to get points.The longest rally was probably 7 shots. Most of the time, it was 1,2,3 or 1,2,3,4 depending on who served.Two years ago, in WC06, JP believed he could defeat LCW.In SO QF here,JP lost through sheer fear.He just did not know how to play. Whereas LCW played real badminton with SS, esp. merciless in G2 to stop SS from having false hopes.

[abedeng]

Just got back. My take on the comments.

Yup, I agree that jimbo will not get a point off LCW no matter if he does jumping smash at frontcourt until his racquet breaks .....

Yup, we agree that Tine is the major threat to CHN and possible co-favourite at Olympics alongside XXF. ZM and WMC provided credible challenge, and little Saina was a revelation.

Yup, we at the stadium agreed that Donna behaved badly, even Clark was cross with her. Clearly seen on court. Next time Loh must PAW on personality and sportsmanship criteria.

Yup, we agree that LCW was playing well, but MS final became the least interesting match to me. Hau-ge, can u find out what happened to Simon?

No, I don't agree with the view that going to tournaments require lots of money, more like you have to plan and budget accordingly. This is about passion, not money. A passionate man will do anything to reach his goal.

[Loh]

I think the confidence in LCW is so high now, he can play LD left hand and still wins.

I hope he has not peaked too soon before the Beijing Olympics.

Not doubt he met with not much opposition during the SO. Even the two early rubber matches he encountered were soon 'exposed' in the deciders in that he totally overwhelmed his opponents. One could even say he "toyed" with them before knocking them out.

And LCW should also remember not to let wicked overconfidence to play against him. ;)

[Sealman]

Having early dinner now at Old Airport Road hawker centre, before the trip home.

Many thanks to our hosts Sealman and Loh, assisted by, ahem, "expatriates" jimbo and hFang.

Encik, have you reached KL? have a safe trip back home. :)

[madbad]

Hope LCW can continue to maintain his confidence, and bring home the gold and also RM 1million reward (hope the Government does not cut it down now)

If LCW has that RM1 million in his mind, he'll never win the OG gold.

[Oldhand]

JP didnt play that bad right? :confused: QF wasnt shown on tv, so.....
And the underlined sentence, kah kah kah, very funny

I will rely on jimbo to answer that :D


[...]LCW toyed Persson like a monkey in the court...


Uncle Oldhand, quarrel & argue not same meaning meh? hmm......

Not at all, eagle... one can surely argue without quarrelling :p
To argue is to present one's case with evidence, logic or both.
To quarrel is to cloud one's case with anger and irrelevant bloat.

Good arguments never lead to quarrels... they lead to solutions.
That's why courtrooms require arguments to be put forward.

The next time someone argues with you, ask yourself: "Am I getting angry?"
If you are, it's more than just likely that your position is in the wrong :o

"The moment we want to believe something, we suddenly see all the arguments for it, and become blind to the arguments against it."

I didn't say that.
George Bernard Shaw did.

[madbad]

Clark behaved well today........he did play well against INA..

Donna played well at the beginning and Butet was terrible. As the game wore on the roles became reversed. Donna disintegrated (hence the sucky attitude) and Butet, undeterred, went from strength to strength. That's the mark of a champion.

[Oldhand]

No offense... westerners are very expressive.
No offense... but that's a rather silly generalisation :)

I am yet to see Peter Gade, a 'Westerner' throw a racquet, much less a tantrum. I don't think we can say the same for Lin Dan, can we?

How would it look if, based on just the Korea Open incident, we declare that 'easterners are very expressive'?

Everyone is guilty of being 'expressive'.
It's quite human to express feelings.
There's nothing geographical about it.

[madbad]

SS is not in the level with LCW, nothing special abt LCW's play and the result.

We'll see when the opponent is in the same level with him.

Let me just say this. Of all the MAS players, it cannot be denied that LCW is truly world class, regardless of opponent. He's no pretender like KKK/TBH or CTF/LWW. He is the genuine article and a credible bet for OG gold.

Anyone who knows badminton, fervent Malaysian supporter or not, acknowledges this. Therefore your comment on "opponent at the same level" is invalid. It's almost like an automatic response anytime you see a MAS fan crow about MAS success. LCW is not just another MAS player. I suggest you think your response through first next time. Thank you. ;):)

[cooler]

Hope LCW can continue to maintain his confidence, and bring home the gold and also RM 1million reward (hope the Government does not cut it down now)it depends how much fuel subsidy u guys are demanding:p

[cooler]

No offense... westerners are very expressive.maybe but they do it with less noise:p

[eaglehelang]

...
The next time someone argues with you, ask yourself: "Am I getting angry?"
If you are, it's more than just likely that your position is in the wrong :o

"The moment we want to believe something, we suddenly see all the arguments for it, and become blind to the arguments against it."

I didn't say that.
George Bernard Shaw did.

kah kah, no need for the long explaination. Stimes, there are ppl in real life who would purposely be on the offensive in order to get things their way esp if involves important decision making. If one backs down easily, then one is seen as an easy pushover & therefore not a good leader.;) But that's 'office politics' issue.

[madbad]

u guys sure like to write about nothing. What is there to prove? Was LCW not a worthy contender before SO??
:rolleyes:

Haha, so true. Anyone and every knows he is a genuine contender. I guess they are just revelling in his SO success. And that's OK with me. The fact that he put up a professional performance means more as, mentally, he has been able to play from a favourite's position.

[Cheung]

Let me just say this. Of all the MAS players, it cannot be denied that LCW is truly world class, regardless of opponent. He's no pretender like KKK/TBH or CTF/LWW. He is the genuine article and a credible bet for OG gold.

Anyone who knows badminton, fervent Malaysian supporter or not, acknowledges this. Therefore your comment on "opponent at the same level" is invalid. It's almost like an automatic response anytime you see a MAS fan crow about MAS success. LCW is not just another MAS player. I suggest you think your response through first next time. Thank you. ;):)
From a neutral viewpoint, I agree with this statement. LCW's current ranking comes from consistency in reaching the semifinals and finals of major tournaments. On average, only two (or is it three) players show the same consistency. It is hardly LCW's fault that those other players are not playing. IN the records and when we look back in future years, LCW will be regarded as the winner. Not as "LCW was the winner because such and such a person were not playing".

[Oldhand]

At the Thomas Cup 2008, Lee Chong Wei beat Lin Dan 21-14, 21-12
Now, at the Singapore Open 2008, he beat Peter Gade 21-18, 21-13

So, which one is the 'opponent at the same level'? ;)
Cheung's last sentence sums it up perfectly.

[eaglehelang]

it depends how much fuel subsidy u guys are demanding:p

:D, now only you come with your coolants.
Actually tehsham made an interesting statement. I've noticed the new Sports Minister have been quiet abt the RM1 mil since his appointment in March. And the RM1 mil proposed was supposed to come from both private & government.
This new Sports Minister doesnt seem to be big on it. So, wouldnt be surprised if it ends up less. Anyway, let's see if they win 1st

[Cheung]

LCW vs SS was the only match I saw today. I thought LCW started off slowly, too slowly - perhaps too much expectation producing nerves? Although he pulled off some great shots and showmanship, I'd hestitate to call it an "efficient" performance.

[cooler]

Haha, so true. Anyone and every knows he is a genuine contender. I guess they are just revelling in his SO success. And that's OK with me. ..
then would that make 'some' easterners more expressive?;)

[cooler]

:D, now only you come with your coolants.
Actually tehsham made an interesting statement. I've noticed the new Sports Minister have been quiet abt the RM1 mil since his appointment in March. And the RM1 mil proposed was supposed to come from both private & government.
This new Sports Minister doesnt seem to be big on it. So, wouldnt be surprised if it ends up less. Anyway, let's see if they win 1st
actually i just woke up and came to bf and saw all these 'expressive' posts by LCW's fans:D

[madbad]

then would that make 'some' easterners more expressive?;)

As oldhand said, expressiveness is not defined by geography ;)

[ye333]

I think Simon didn't play well in the 2nd game, making too many simple mistakes, until 0:15 and he indeed had no hope at all. That said, even if Simon did everything right, it is hard for him to get more than 10 points. :cool:

IMHO, starting from French Open last year, LCW is getting better and better at reading his opponents' moves. This combined with his superb speed, his opponents are doomed.


I wouldnt read too much into the scoreline anyway. Both players (Persson and simon) are different leagues but the masterful LCW has playing in the "Alien" league all by himself this week :eek:

LCW toyed Persson like a monkey in the court while Simon did nothing wrong with his game. It was the sifu LCW's nite coz he played a flawless game. As simple as that. period.

[olympic]

Some BCers may say LCW's win over SS is "nothing big deal","nothing to shot about","the top gund were not here in SO","SS is not at LCW's league"......

A win is a win...LCW has won it in convincing style...It is always been not easy to win as top seed and favourites...especially in this SO where so many upsets and unexpected results occured.

The most importantly,LCW's victory showed that he is well-prepared in this whole tourney,as well as mentally and pyhsically.He did not take it for granted where all the top guns were absent.This is the spirit of sportmanship I most admire.:)

[Oldhand]

This victory, although within a crippled draw, shouldn't be decried as an easy one.
If nothing, it's certainly a measure of what Lee Chong Wei can achieve ahead.

If he didn't have 'worthy opponents' at the Singapore Open, how could that be his fault? Should these worthies have wanted to challenge him, they could have walked in. After all:
1. The Singapore tournament is an "open" event
2. The prize-money is among the best on the circuit
3. The line-judging is not, er, patriotically calibrated
4. Singapore is a safe and exciting sporting environment

If his opposition chose to hide or stay away or not turn up or skip it or withdraw or take rest (call it whatever you want), why should that detract from the glaringly obvious fact that Lee Chong Wei is in top form? ;)

[whatever]

Let me just say this. Of all the MAS players, it cannot be denied that LCW is truly world class, regardless of opponent. He's no pretender like KKK/TBH or CTF/LWW. He is the genuine article and a credible bet for OG gold.

Anyone who knows badminton, fervent Malaysian supporter or not, acknowledges this. Therefore your comment on "opponent at the same level" is invalid. It's almost like an automatic response anytime you see a MAS fan crow about MAS success. LCW is not just another MAS player. I suggest you think your response through first next time. Thank you. ;):)y

agree with u.. this dato always have the reasons to critic MAS player.:(

[Oldhand]

agree with u.. this dato always have the reasons to critic MAS player.:(

Well, he also has the right to do so :)

[Loh]

then would that make 'some' easterners more expressive?;)

Oh yes, if you were at Istora Senayan during the TC/UC competitions. Win or lose, the Indonesian supporters would cheer, chant, sing and dance for their heroes and heroines. Senayan becomes a cauldron of electrifying noise and unabated excitement.

I don't suppose the Westerners can come close to that. :rolleyes::D

[zqloy]

Great skills shown by LCW to get 15 straight points in 2nd game. First time I saw a pro player did it (in new format) against another top player. Now I am convinced that I couldnt even get a point from LCW... :eek::D

Tine was in fantastic form... she overpowered ZM with speed n cross-court sharp smashes. ZM faced the same fate as WMC's but nevertheless, ZM or WMC did well in this tourney. Tine is definitely on LYB's radar now :rolleyes:

Msia boleh... Congrats to LCW... :)

Tine's cross court smashes were deadly. Even WMC's excellent defense couldnt take it. TR's game is getting more solid, together with her hammering smashes, she looks unbeatable right now. Now im convinced only a top-form XXF has the ability to beat Tine in OG. But XXF nvr produced her top game when the pressure is on.....

[ants]

Oh yes, if you were at Istora Senayan during the TC/UC competitions. Win or lose, the Indonesian supporters would cheer, chant, sing and dance for their heroes and heroines. Senayan becomes a cauldron of electrifying noise and unabated excitement.

I don't suppose the Westerners can come close to that. :rolleyes::D

Nothing beats Indonesian supporters. The closest feeling that i got to Istora.. you will be suprised.. its the Filipino Crowd in Philippines. Provided their heroes and heroine is on court. I can imagine if they have ranked players who is like the INAs and Msians. The environment will be electrifying and you can feel the positive energy/vibration flowing. No amount of Phiten's or Titanium products can match it.

[jimbo]

Tine's cross court smashes were deadly. Even WMC's excellent defense couldnt take it. TR's game is getting more solid, together with her hammering smashes, she looks unbeatable right now. Now im convinced only a top-form XXF has the ability to beat Tine in OG. But XXF nvr produced her top game when the pressure is on.....

CHN team strategy is very simple: They will maximise (in fact, they had) the number of entries for each category. Each of them (3 for each category for MS and WS) will clear the path for each other, or tired their opponents whenever facing their teamates the next round. If needed, LYB will "force" his player to march off with "fake injury" so that the favorable player will advance and eventually win the GOLD.

So, expect XXF, ZN and LL to square off with Tine. It will be 3 vs 1. The same goes for WS. CHN will hv LD, BCL and CJ will fence off LCW... so, 3 vs 1 again...

Isnt that simple? I aint Einstein :D But I still want LCW to win the GOLD for us... Msia Boleh...!!!

[Loh]

Tine's cross court smashes were deadly. Even WMC's excellent defense couldnt take it. TR's game is getting more solid, together with her hammering smashes, she looks unbeatable right now. Now im convinced only a top-form XXF has the ability to beat Tine in OG. But XXF nvr produced her top game when the pressure is on.....

And also whether XXF can completely recover from her elbow 'injury' which was bandaged in ice after her UC victory in Jakarta.

However, I also hope TR will peak during the Beijing Olympics, not before, not after! :cool:

[olympic]

it depends how much fuel subsidy u guys are demanding:p

Out of topic--learnt from today's newspaper,by the end of the day,RM116.7 mil had been reimbursed to the motorists for the fuel subsidy rebates.

Anyway,prize money is not the main concern.It is the nation's pride at stake.
LCW will go all out to win the first ever gold for MAS.Nothing is more memorable than winning the country's first ever Olympic gold medal.OG gold...and history will remember him for long time.Hope to see that in Aug'08.:)

[tehsham]

it depends how much fuel subsidy u guys are demanding:p
Can we demand???? I think it more depend on how much money they can recover from the drain.

[X Ball]

And LCW should also remember not to let wicked overconfidence to play against him. ;)

The only overconfidence exuded is by me not LCW, he is still talking about focusing and be not condescending to opponents. He is a real sport.

[Badmintan]

Donna played well at the beginning and Butet was terrible. As the game wore on the roles became reversed. Donna disintegrated (hence the sucky attitude) and Butet, undeterred, went from strength to strength. That's the mark of a champion.

Yup...Clark was quite sporting...apologizing for tapping into opponent's body.

but Donna has anger management problem ....stomping on a shuttlecock and willfully delaying of game..

[madbad]

Yup...Clark was quite sporting...apologizing for tapping into opponent's body.

but Donna has anger management problem ....stomping on a shuttlecock and willfully delaying of game..

Wonder if it her the time of the month...hmmmm :rolleyes::rolleyes:;);)

[SibugiChai]

Nothing beats Indonesian supporters. The closest feeling that i got to Istora.. you will be suprised.. its the Filipino Crowd in Philippines. Provided their heroes and heroine is on court. I can imagine if they have ranked players who is like the INAs and Msians. The environment will be electrifying and you can feel the positive energy/vibration flowing. No amount of Phiten's or Titanium products can match it.

Indonesia and filipino looks the same!

[ants]

Indonesia and filipino looks the same!

Malaysian also looks the same.. but i dont think Malaysians can match their intencity.

[eaglehelang]

Wonder if it her the time of the month...hmmmm :rolleyes::rolleyes:;);)
Madbad, you're making the female BC members annoyed. "That time" or not, still professional wan.




And LCW should also remember not to let wicked overconfidence to play against him. ;)

If the post-match interviews are anything to go by, he's not over confident at all. Says there's still much to improve on before Beijing.

[eaglehelang]

In the midst of talk on LCW, Donna Kellog's on court behaviour, perhaps now we can discuss a little bit abt the pair that caused upsets, and no it's not the MD.

THe Thailand young XD pair Songphon/Kunchara catch my eye. They surprised all by beating Limpele/Marissa in Round 1. The blond haired Songphon & MD partner also beat Lars/Jonas later that day.
Went on to Semis bf they got packed by NOva/Liliyana. Anyone know anything abt them ?
Songphon played in TC finals I think with the big sized guy.

[aZn_Popcorn]

the girl Kunchala won the 2008 World University games I believe in both MX and WD

[Loh]

Wonder if it her the time of the month...hmmmm :rolleyes::rolleyes:;);)

Well maybe that's the only acceptable excuse. They call it mood swings and we had a sample of the bad swing that late afternoon! :p

[zqloy]

In the midst of talk on LCW, Donna Kellog's on court behaviour, perhaps now we can discuss a little bit abt the pair that caused upsets, and no it's not the MD.

THe Thailand young XD pair Songphon/Kunchara catch my eye. They surprised all by beating Limpele/Marissa in Round 1. The blond haired Songphon & MD partner also beat Lars/Jonas later that day.
Went on to Semis bf they got packed by NOva/Liliyana. Anyone know anything abt them ?
Songphon played in TC finals I think with the big sized guy.

Songphon has excellent athleticism, similar to Sudket. But didnt hv good defense quality.

[george@chongwei]

Songphon has excellent athleticism, similar to Sudket. But didnt hv good defense quality.
his quality of smash is good..
but he seldom smash during his game:(

[Badmintan]

Highlights:

The Mens doubles were expected that Fuzzy(Fairuz and Zakry) will win. Not much to comment.

The ladies singles were quite good actually. Zou Mi fought neck to neck with Tine...I am surprise Zou Mi can smashed pretty hard and caught Tine by surprise. But Tine's strength and reach won the game. Tine has a habit of touching her soles after every point.

The ladies Doubles...no doubt....the China Smashing Sisters:) simply overpowered their Taiwanese opponents by their hard hitting amortec 900 technique.

Mixed doubles good game...England lose out by Donna's mistakes. Match turned ugly a bit.

Men's singles...as expected LCW to win in straight sets. But a bit humilating to watch in the 2nd set if you are an Indonesian supporter.