China to Save Best Shot to Last at Thomas Cup

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Xinhuanet 2002-05-15 18:53:44

GUANGZHOU, Southern China, May 15 (Xinhuanet) -- China might send
their come-back star Chen Hong as the last shot when they meet
Malaysia in the semi-final at the Thomas Cup, Chinese head coach
Li Yongbo said here on Wednesday.
The All England champion, who injured his left foot during the
Japan Open last month, did not show off in China's earlier three
group victories, over Sweden, Denmark and South Korea.
However, head coach Li Yongbo hinted that Chen might be fielded
as the singles player in the last four or even in the final.
"Chen has recovered from the injury. He surely has a chance in
the following competitions at the Thomas Cup, either in the semis
or the final," Li said.
Entering the world team badminton championships with the world'
s top four four singles players, China have not lost any of their
singles competition so far in the event.
"Men's singles are our keys to victory and every player has
done his best in the group matches except Chen, who is yet to
perform on the court. We are thinking of fielding him from now on,
" the head coach said. Enditem

hrmm... this could be true.. it could also be a smoke screen to confuse the opponents when they set their team.. I find the latter more likely... but.. you never know..