Who said what in and around the badminton world over the past week?
FROM KOREA OPEN
“It’s important not to see yourself as a veteran or someone who’s played a lot of matches. You should approach every match with desire, the will to win and a mindset of determination. Only by doing this can you maintain a sense of freshness and motivation for each competition.”
Huang Dong Ping when asked how she stays hungry despite having won all the big tournaments.
“It’s hard to determine just how much harder I must try. My rivals are coming out stronger at every competition. I have to keep getting better too.”
An Se Young admits winning on international stage is becoming increasingly challenging.
“On the World Tour, I haven’t been able to make a final this year so first of all, I was happy I was able to do that here. I was also glad at being able to challenge the current world No.1.”
Akane Yamaguchi, who beat An in the title match.
“This year is their year, their golden age.”
Fajar Alfian tips his hat to Kim Won Ho/Seo Seung Jae after losing the final to the world champions.
“It was possible because we kept the mindset of giving our best in every single moment. From the first round, that attitude never changed.”
Kim on the approach that landed them their eighth title of the season.
FROM ELSEWHERE
“We cannot win every time but the most important thing is to be consistent with our performances.”
Coach Tan Kim Her setting realistic expectations for Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shetty.
“Sacrifice and work the hardest, not only Monday and Tuesday when you are fresh but Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. And sometimes, have the desire to push when nobody’s looking.”
Malaysian singles coaching director Kenneth Jonassen wants his charges to move closer to success through long-term dedication.
“To become the youngest Indian to qualify and then go there and see so many athletes giving their best, it was one of the best experiences of my life. (It showed me) life never stops, no matter how many challenges or hurdles there are.”
Palak Kohli on what playing at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games taught her.
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