2014 Yonex JAPAN Open SS : SEMIFINALS & FINALS (14th & 15th June 2014)

Justin L said:
The final error, backhand clear that's a bit short allowing LCW to thunder a smash back finishes it , the title is LCW's yet again.
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It's just incredible that LCW could reel 11 points in a row from 10-12 down to win 21-12. Congrats, LCW.
 
scorpion1 said:
Very bad attitude . LYD must change it. He thinks he is the one who did it today without thinking of his partner. When his partner tries to celebrate it by hugging him, he simply avoided it by showing his attitude.
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That's understandable. LYD is a megastar in Korea, more or less like LD in China. There is a Korean reality show called Cool Kiz On The Block in which celebrities choose a sport and practice to compete against club players. When they were doing badminton, they filmed an special episode and invited LYD, YYS, the Korean doubles coaches, PJB and some other famous Korean badminton players. I watched that and YYS said when he partnered up with LYD, people remembered him as LYD's partner and kind of see him as the weak link. He also said he felt pressured when partnered with someone famous like LYD.
 
Zhang/Zhao's tactical awareness whether individually or as a pair and their mutual rapport is so good that it gives them an edge over most of their opponents.
 
I must say, Fuchs/Michels, have a fine run throughout this tournament, playing better than I expected. Well done, runner-up in a SS is commendable too.
 
Cheung said:
I have been telling that to the HK Badminton Association for the HK Open (on an informal basis).

Is it a problem for a player to go walk around the audience after the match to have a few photos taken and sign a few autographs (with the security). I'd like the player to take a bit of initiative and try to pick some of the shy kids out to have a photo.
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What about having a full stadium instead of empty VIP seats?
 
Justin L said:
I really appreciate the feel of this tournament, the way it's been organized, with a touch of zen in simplicity and elegance. And the Japanese crowd has been very encouraging and supportive, not too noisy, certainly not boisterous, much less hostile, not at all, but cheering and applauding with respectful enthusiasm; not only that, the crowd turnout has been very healthy, almost full house day in day out. Kudos to the organizer and the BWF.
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But is the camera as far as the previous years? That is the crucial point
 
China won 2 titles through their Olympic Champions, 1 title each for JPN, KOR and MAS. All finals were finished by straight-sets, the most anticipated MD match delivered thrilling atmosphere especially game 2. Credit to KOR pair who denied defending champion forced rubber games despite two points away from winning second game.

MS, it's a routine for Lee CW to win SS title, one sided final encounter as predicted, nothing surprise by Hu Yun who unbelievable knocked out Chen L & Jorgensen here.

Li Xuerui stamped her powerful display in final to defeat TPE talent Tai Tzu Ying once again. Similar contest with another CHN representative Zhang/Zhao to retain their title, nice performance by Fuchs/Michels.

Matsutomo/Takahashi finally grabbed their first ever SS title, this pair is more and more improved of attacking shots. Congrats to all medalists, well-organized tournament as usual :)
 
Justin L said:
I must say, Fuchs/Michels, have a fine run throughout this tournament, playing better than I expected. Well done, runner-up in a SS is commendable too.
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The draw opened up very well for them and provided a fantastic opportunity for any pair in the opposite half to Zhang/ Zhao. Expected the Adcock's to reach the final.

Indonesia will be different with Ahmad/ Natsir, Xu/ Ma & Pedersen/ Nielsen in the draw.
 
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scorpion1 said:
Very bad attitude . LYD must change it. He thinks he is the one who did it today without thinking of his partner. When his partner tries to celebrate it by hugging him, he simply avoided it by showing his attitude.
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visor said:
yeah, saw that... repeatedly too as the clip at the end of the match showed it 2-3x more...
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Yup, saw that too after they replay the scene. He kind of push YYS away.
 
nokh88 said:
Yup, saw that too after they replay the scene. He kind of push YYS away.
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I saw a facebook pic of the winners, second place and third at the podium. Basically, LYD stood up and YYS sat down seperately. So there are some issues there!
 
doantram said:
That's understandable. LYD is a megastar in Korea, more or less like LD in China. There is a Korean reality show called Cool Kiz On The Block in which celebrities choose a sport and practice to compete against club players. When they were doing badminton, they filmed an special episode and invited LYD, YYS, the Korean doubles coaches, PJB and some other famous Korean badminton players. I watched that and YYS said when he partnered up with LYD, people remembered him as LYD's partner and kind of see him as the weak link. He also said he felt pressured when partnered with someone famous like LYD.
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Interesting looking back on the later part of the second game, if you count each critical point won - either escaping game point from IN, or getting towards match point, LYD took total control and won those rallies directly - YYS was almost superfluous on the court. The majority of times where KOR fell behind were caused by mis cues from YYS. I noticed LYD started trying to keep YYS focused and to calm him down as it neared game and match point territory.

Yeah, but that push away from the hug did seem extreme considering the celebration.
 
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