So, where does LCW go from here??... ..for LCW, no doubt, this is a great victory. If some feel LCW has overcome his "mental" weakness with this AE title, we shall see the next time he plays and meets any of CHN's top 3 MS players. We shall see whether he'll come through or not against them. IMO, that'll be the next true test on whether LCW has actually overcome his "mental" weakness. Or will he go back to his previous mindset of wilting against any of those 3 CHN players. And most importantly, when he meets with his numero uno rival, Super Dan. (looking fw to watch the match; from that video clip, both players looked pretty good). ..Tago might've looked up to the linejudges and the umpire and somehow pleaded, i'm sure we saw his somewhat of unbelief expression. But maybe that's his personality. I thought he would've cried right there and then.
That personality 'good boy, nice guy, sporting' is admirable and some attributes a future mother-in-law may wish her daugther boyfriend possesses. In pro baddy, esp final of the 100th AE, I would disagree. This Tago fella should come to Canada and I can introduce him to some of my friends here who will teach him, free of charge, how to call their opponents' mother name in all kind of official languages (even dictionary cannot find those words lah) or use sign language (using the finger) to protest that call.
The best part is he completed a hat-trick man !! back to back titles ! 3 super series in his cupboard now. I'm in euphoria state right now I think. Good job Chong Wei ! Good luck in your preparation for other major titles !
I can not wait for the next match between the current AE MS champ vs. the ex-AE MS Champ...BWF should make it a pay-per-view event involving 2 heavyweights of the world; like Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao vs. Floyd "Money" Mayweather (oh wait, that one ain't happening)... Hopefully we'll get to see one this August at the World Championships!
yes, can't help that as their 1st hero couldn't even make it to semi final and then again their 2nd hero also same, just imagine their stresses..:crying: anyway it was a good match!
Job well done, Datuk LeeCW. Hopefully, he can used this experience to nail his other title, preferably the one coming soon in Paris.
cooler, that was a very gentlemen of you to congratulate the newly crown 100th ae10 champion even though your favorite star is lin dan! i still wonder what coach pjb puts into his diet beside a heavy make-up on his face - face no change color! extraordinary fitness level.
The controversial point is like the Maradona "hands of god" whole world can see, but the key man ie. the referee cannot see
all final matches except this one went to rubber. Wish the MSF had gone to the rubber set too. I guess badminton god decided his time has come for LCW to win a major, it seem destined, he had pounded both hardwood and rubber pavements long enough, all the stars and planets are lined up. Hard to trip up on the lighted pathway to the podium, just like the runway below
Boh pian, LCW or Tago also cannot see the replay, they trust the line judge's call. Really impressed by Tago-san. He really control the net-play impressively and that was the reason why the score is so close. Datuk Lee could not set-up his trademark netkill and have to rely on his experience to win. Anyway congrats to the Datuk, Char Koay Teow on me.
Yes, i think he was too nervous at time, so he plays patiently, less trick shots to reduce unforced errors, he chosed to attack more with smashes when ever there were chances.........and luckily it works !
LCW whatever people would say you will always be the pride of our country, you've try so hard to make things happend and try to answer all the people expectation and want's. what ever it is. you are the world number 1 till now. Congratulation and godspeed on your future tourney.... you have us all Malaysian at your back supporting you what ever happens in future. Thanx to Misbun Sideks, and Allahyahram Datuk Hj Sidek for all the contribution you have done to Malaysian badminton and the world of badminton As well.. thank you May allah bless you..
would you all believe lcw will meet tago again if he passed penyu in swiss open 10 this week? its not about winning or losing its about the physical stress on the body.. but i think he should rest and prepare for the thomas cup and at the same time share the joy with countrymen and team mates.. let the joy of winning the 100th ae title stay longer, anyway misbun knows best ....
_________________________________________________________________ If LCW withdraws from the Swiss Open, it is indeed a good move. __________________________________________________________________
Here's the Badzine article that says LCw will withdraw from Swiss : http://www.badzine.info/index.php/news/international/2391.html LCW also gave away his shirt that he wore during finals for charity auction. Die hard LCW fans, here's your chance.
The Star Online > Sports Monday March 15, 2010 Chong Wei finally lands All-England crown in seventh attempt STORIES by RAJES PAUL WORLD No. 1 Lee Chong Wei stopped for a fleeting moment in disbelief after hitting the match point in the men’s singles final of the All-England at the National Indoor Arena in Birmingham yesterday. And when it finally dawned upon him, a jubilant Chong Wei punched his fists in sheer joy. He had finally taken down a stubborn Kenichi Tago of Japan 21-19, 21-19 in a 47-minute final to be crowned the 100th champion of the world’s oldest badminton tournament. “I just could not believe that I have finally won it after dreaming about it for so long,” said Chong Wei, who succeeded to win the title in his seventh attempt. “This is so special because it is the 100th year and everyone will surely remember me for a long time.” It was sheer delight for Malaysia’s Lee Chong Wei as he fi nally passed his All-England test with full marks in the centenary edition in Birmingham yesterday. In his seventh attempt to claim the title since 2003, he beat Japan’s Kenichi Tago 21-19, 21-19 in the fi nal. With the win, the 28-year-old Chong Wei emerged as the first player ever to win four back-to-back Super Series titles. He won the Super Series Masters Finals last December in Johor Baru and followed up with victories in South Korea and Malaysia. Even his nemesis, the great Lin Dan of China has not done that before. It was also Chong Wei’s first major title after many disappointments and failures to live up to his top billing in the past. Yesterday, he justified his status as the world No. 1 to become the country’s only fifth All-England champion after Wong Peng Soon, Eddy Choong, Tan Aik Huang and Mohd Hafiz Hashim, who was the last Malaysian winner in 2003. After his victory over Tago, Chong Wei rushed to hug his coach and mentor, Misbun Sidek, and said he would never ever forget the glorious moment. “Right now, I am so happy, relieved and thankful. I played well even though I had a heavy burden on my shoulders. It feels good to finally win a first major title after crashing out early in previous major events,” he said. “I am so indebted to my coach for being there for me. He certainly made this possible for me today.” Although his opponent is young and still lacking in experience, Chong Wei gave credit to Tago for pushing him to the limit. “I knew I had a chance with the exits of the Chinese players (Lin Dan and Bao Chunlai). But Tago is one of the most stubborn players whom I have ever met,” he said. “He just refused to give in and each time I hit a winner, he just came back with another good shot. He was so good at the net. That’s our boy: Lee Ah Chai (in green shirt), Chong Wei’s father, celebrates with his wife Khor Kim Chooi (seated) and relatives at their home in Berapit, Bukit Mertajam, last night. “I knew that he would be a tough player to beat after watching how he tamed Chunlai in the semi-finals. He has been playing some amazing badminton here but I am happy I ended his fairy-tale run here. “I beat him easily before (at last year’s Swiss Open) but this time, he certainly showed more maturity.” The unseeded Tago took command of the opening game, dictating the pace with his tight netplay and punishing smashes to lead 11-7 and 13-7. It took great effort from Chong Wei to get back into the picture but once he got the momentum going, it all fell into place for the Malaysian. He levelled the score at 15-15 and raced to a 21-19 win. In the second game, Chong Wei took charge and fended off brilliantly the challenge from the chasing Tago to romp home to the title. Chong Wei hoped that the win would be the start of many more major successes. “I will not be satisfied with only the All-England title. There are several more major tournaments this year and I hope to do well – in the Thomas Cup Finals, world championships and the Asian Games. The Thomas Cup will be my next immediate goal.” Chong Wei said that he would skip the Swiss Open in Basel next week and prepare for the Finals, which will be held at the Putra Stadium in Bukit Jalil from May 9-16. The 21-year-old Tago took the defeat with mixed feelings. “I am happy I gave him a good fight but it is still disappointing to lose after coming this far. Chong Wei was just too fast and I hope to catch up with him one day. This outing here has given me a lot of confidence,” he said. http://thestar.com.my/services/printerfriendly.asp?file=/2010/3/15/sports/5864746.asp&sec=sports
Alright, Chong Wei withdrew from the Swiss Open this time. Good decision. As for Kenichi, I hope to see his fine form continue in the Swiss Open. His skills were certainly on par with LCW that day.
