Who said what in and around the badminton world over the past week?

“I’ve produced three world No.1s – Rashid Sidek, Roslin Hashim and Lee Chong Wei – and I’m still looking for a fourth. Maybe that player is in India, this is something I’d like to find out.”

Misbun Sidek on taking up a coaching role at a badminton academy in the state of Tamil Nadu.

“I’m someone who goes through life with a lot of optimism. I love this sport and firmly believe I will make a comeback.”

Mark Lamsfuss remains driven as he continues his rehab after pulling out of the Paris 2024 Olympics with knee injury.

FROM THAILAND MASTERS

“Our biggest motivation is our shared goal to win. We don’t care what level we are at, wherever we are sent, we must always give our best.”

Siti Fadia Silva Ramadhanti after winning her first tournament with new partner Amallia Cahaya Pratiwi.

“It’s a mix of emotions as I didn’t expect to win because the home supporters were quite loud. But that motivated me even more because it meant the host player didn’t want to lose.”

Moh. Zaki Ubaidillah after capturing the biggest title of his nascent career, beating Panitchaphon Teeraratsakul in a three-game thriller.

“I’m really happy as this is my first Super 300 title. I’m excited to play more tournaments. I played some good matches and here I’ve learned a lot.”

Devika Sihag, also a first-time HSBC BWF World Tour winner.

“We’ve been away from the podium for a long time and we want to rise again. It feels like a revival but we don’t want to be complacent.”

Bagas Maulana on ending a five-month title drought alongside Leo Rolly Carnando.

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