Loh
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Good then he has to work hard, provided his motivation is still there. Otherwise, no shiok to watch.
Lee Chong Wei ( 李宗伟 )
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Good then he has to work hard, provided his motivation is still there. Otherwise, no shiok to watch.
OneToughBirdie
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Playing QR for LD is not only challenging for him but more so to the players playing him in the early rounds. Chances are those players will be going home early than LD. Because if LD does play, he is prepared to win. Even when LD took time off and got wildcard for WC13, he kept up his physical condition and as we can see, he beat the WR1 to win his 5th WC. I don't think anyone has ever achieved this feat in top level badminton, a qualifier who hasn't played in a while beating all and winning the crown.
LD's case is similar to TH who took time off after winning WC05, dropped to low WR, and had to play top players in SS. But Encik TH never recover his WC05 form and went downhill to retirement.
The difference between TH and LD is if LD is not prepared to win, or think he can beat everyone, he would not play to embarass himself, lower his endorsement value and tarnish his name.
On 'motivation', I think LD's only remaining target is OLY16, winning gold would be 3-peat, never and maybe ever be repeated.
If LD does play and win OLY16, I bet he will kick himself for screwing up OLY04 when he was the top seed to win. That would be 4 OLY golds, spanning a 12-year period, and will be the greatest OLY achievement ever. Screw up by a Sing FT.
although LD is the top seed for OG2004, but i do not think he can win the title in 2004 even if he was not defeated by the singapore player in the first round. He is not ready at that time, he will lose to TH, if you watch games between LD and TH during 2004-2006, you will agree with me.
BTW, i am LD's fan.
BTW, i am LD's fan.
OneToughBirdie
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Well, we never know had LD not lost in the first round whether he will win the gold. For what it was, LD earned the top seeding and you became the top seed for a reason, i.e. you are fancied to win. LD was a cocky young chap in 2004 (I hope I am not enraging LD's fan), I say arrogant but super confident to a point I don't think he give respect to his opponents especially those in the early rounds. Not to take anything away, Ronald played a great game, shocked LD in R1. If you follow LD career, you noticed that LD can be taken out in the early round at his early days but as the game progressed, he gets better and stronger, and very tough to beat if he gets to the final. LD greatest asset over most of his opponents is his stamina and supreme conditioning, 3rd set to LD was when LD got warmed up while other players are fading away. Granted, if you say TH played well in 2004, I may agree with you, as TH had LD's number from 2005-2006. I was in WC05 and saw TH was at this best moment but I never seen TH played that way again, especially after he took time off. LD on the other hand, was and is the best player for close to a decade, winning all the majors he played in. What else to say? Whether fans or no fans who like him or not, we acknowledge he is the greatest player that ever plays this game...better than my favorite player ZJH who is as good or better in other aspect of the game but lacked the consistency and health. If LD does play OLY16, it is still too far away to predict but I put my buck on him to win the 3rd time. And when LD does retire, we and I will miss him. Thanks for internet and computer, and to wyhau for those generous uploads, those 480p/720p videos will allow us to see him play those OLY08 and OLY12 games over and over again.
OneToughBirdie
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Well, we never know had LD not lost in the first round whether he will win the gold. For what it was, LD earned the top seeding and you became the top seed for a reason, i.e. you are fancied to win. LD was a cocky young chap in 2004 (I hope I am not enraging LD's fan), I say arrogant but super confident to a point I don't think he give respect to his opponents especially those in the early rounds. Not to take anything away, Ronald played a great game, shocked LD in R1. If you follow LD career, you noticed that LD can be taken out in the early round at his early days but as the game progressed, he gets better and stronger, and very tough to beat if he gets to the final. LD greatest asset over most of his opponents is his stamina and supreme conditioning, 3rd set to LD was when LD got warmed up while other players are fading away. Granted, if you say TH played well in 2004, I may agree with you, as TH had LD's number from 2005-2006. I was in WC05 and saw TH was at this best moment but I never seen TH played that way again, especially after he took time off. LD on the other hand, was and is the best player for close to a decade, winning all the majors he played in. What else to say? Whether fans or no fans who like him or not, we acknowledge he is the greatest player that ever plays this game...better than my favorite player ZJH who is as good or better in other aspect of the game but lacked the consistency and health. If LD does play OLY16, it is still too far away to predict but I put my buck on him to win the 3rd time. And when LD does retire, we and I will miss him. Thanks for internet and computer, and to wyhau for those generous uploads, those 480p/720p videos will allow us to see him play those OLY08 and OLY12 games over and over again.
A bit of correction here....'LD on the other hand, was and is the best player for close to a decade, winning all the majors he played in, after he lost the first 2 majors: OLY04 and AG06. And since then LD has not lost a single major to anyone. Hope I am correct?
nokh88
Regular Member
Courtesy of The Malaysian Insider :
Chong Wei would rather not play in last Super Series in KL but probably has to
November 01, 2013
National badminton champion Datuk Lee Chong Wei (pic) may participate in the Final Super Series in December, despite earlier not
planning to compete in the tournament.
Chong Wei said he might be forced to change his decision because Malaysia will host the championship which will take place on December 11-15.
"I have no choice to take part in (two Super Series championships) the China and Hong Kong Open. For the last Super Series in Kuala Lumpur, if given a choice, I want to rest, but the decision is not in the hands of the coach as the association wants me to play.
"If I don't play in the last Super Series, I can rest to face more challenging championships next year," he said to reporters.
While admitting he was not satisfied with his performance this season, Chong Wei said he had made preparations to face the China Open on November 12-17 and Hong Kong Open on November 19-24.
In the French Open at the end of last month, Chong Wei failed to win the championship after losing to Japanese player, Kenichi Tago 21-17, 16-21 and 12-21 in the semi-finals.
Chong Wei, the world's number one player, also lost in straight sets 22-24 and 19-21 to Chen Long of China in the final of the Denmark Open in the middle of last month.
"Often, at the end of the season, I lose focus. I am tired and hope to recover to compete in other championships next year.
"I will focus only on big championships next year. For me, the outcome (in the championships he participate in) is more important than ranking," he said.
In the meantime, Chong Wei is worried about the performance of the national badminton squad which has to compete for the Thomas Cup in New Delhi, India next year. - Bernama, November 1, 2013.
Chong Wei would rather not play in last Super Series in KL but probably has to
November 01, 2013
National badminton champion Datuk Lee Chong Wei (pic) may participate in the Final Super Series in December, despite earlier not
planning to compete in the tournament.
Chong Wei said he might be forced to change his decision because Malaysia will host the championship which will take place on December 11-15.
"I have no choice to take part in (two Super Series championships) the China and Hong Kong Open. For the last Super Series in Kuala Lumpur, if given a choice, I want to rest, but the decision is not in the hands of the coach as the association wants me to play.
"If I don't play in the last Super Series, I can rest to face more challenging championships next year," he said to reporters.
While admitting he was not satisfied with his performance this season, Chong Wei said he had made preparations to face the China Open on November 12-17 and Hong Kong Open on November 19-24.
In the French Open at the end of last month, Chong Wei failed to win the championship after losing to Japanese player, Kenichi Tago 21-17, 16-21 and 12-21 in the semi-finals.
Chong Wei, the world's number one player, also lost in straight sets 22-24 and 19-21 to Chen Long of China in the final of the Denmark Open in the middle of last month.
"Often, at the end of the season, I lose focus. I am tired and hope to recover to compete in other championships next year.
"I will focus only on big championships next year. For me, the outcome (in the championships he participate in) is more important than ranking," he said.
In the meantime, Chong Wei is worried about the performance of the national badminton squad which has to compete for the Thomas Cup in New Delhi, India next year. - Bernama, November 1, 2013.
nokh88
Regular Member
Courtesy of The Star :
No rest for weary Chong Wei
by rajes paul
Lee Chong Wei seen here giving young kids a coaching clinic in this filepic. The world No.1 shuttler would love to have a longer break after returning from his European swing but he has been entered for the back-to-back China and Hong Kong Opens beginning 12 November.
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KUALA LUMPUR: Three more tournaments within one month.
That is world No. 1 Lee Chong Wei’s commitment for this year as he seeks to end this season on a high note at the China Open in Shanghai from Nov 12-17, Hong Kong Open in Kowloon from Nov 19-24 and the Super Series Finals from Dec 11-15 in Kuala Lumpur.
“If given a choice, I would like to rest. I am however not in a situation to do so. I have been entered for the back-to-back China and Hong Kong Opens. As for the Finals, I am left with no choice but to play because it is held at home,” said Chong Wei.
It would be complete folly to expect Chong Wei to peak in all three tournaments but the Malaysian has vowed to give his best.
“I have just returned from Europe and have not even recovered from my jet lag. I started light training yesterday (Wednesday). My main focus right now is to do well in the back-to-back China and Hong Kong Opens,” he said.
He is looking for quick redemption against China’s Chen Long in the China Open, which is a Super Series Premier. It is compulsory for the top 10 players in the world to play in China.
In the draw released by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) on Tuesday, top seed Chong Wei has been grouped in the same half as Du Pengyu, Wang Zhengming and Chen Yueken of China; Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen and Hans-Kristian Vittinghus; and Thailand’s Boonsak Ponsana.
Chen Long will have a more challenging task as he is drawn with reigning French Open champion Jan O Jorgensen of Denmark, Kenichi Tago of Japan, World Championships bronze medallist Nguyen Tien Minh of Vietnam; and two Malaysians Liew Daren and Chong Wei Feng.
Daren will take on Jorgensen in the first round while Wei Feng starts off facing Thailand’s rising star Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk.
“The draw is similar to the one in Denmark and I will have a host of players from China as company. In Denmark, I lost to Chen Long (in the final) and in the French Open, I lost in the semi-finals (to Kenichi). It will be tough but I hope to recover from my lethargy by then.”
On Thursday, Chong Wei took the opportunity to wish all his friends and fans Happy Deepavali, adding “It will be a busy day for me on Saturday as I will be visiting all my Hindu friends”.
No rest for weary Chong Wei
by rajes paul
Lee Chong Wei seen here giving young kids a coaching clinic in this filepic. The world No.1 shuttler would love to have a longer break after returning from his European swing but he has been entered for the back-to-back China and Hong Kong Opens beginning 12 November.
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That is world No. 1 Lee Chong Wei’s commitment for this year as he seeks to end this season on a high note at the China Open in Shanghai from Nov 12-17, Hong Kong Open in Kowloon from Nov 19-24 and the Super Series Finals from Dec 11-15 in Kuala Lumpur.
“If given a choice, I would like to rest. I am however not in a situation to do so. I have been entered for the back-to-back China and Hong Kong Opens. As for the Finals, I am left with no choice but to play because it is held at home,” said Chong Wei.
It would be complete folly to expect Chong Wei to peak in all three tournaments but the Malaysian has vowed to give his best.
“I have just returned from Europe and have not even recovered from my jet lag. I started light training yesterday (Wednesday). My main focus right now is to do well in the back-to-back China and Hong Kong Opens,” he said.
He is looking for quick redemption against China’s Chen Long in the China Open, which is a Super Series Premier. It is compulsory for the top 10 players in the world to play in China.
In the draw released by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) on Tuesday, top seed Chong Wei has been grouped in the same half as Du Pengyu, Wang Zhengming and Chen Yueken of China; Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen and Hans-Kristian Vittinghus; and Thailand’s Boonsak Ponsana.
Chen Long will have a more challenging task as he is drawn with reigning French Open champion Jan O Jorgensen of Denmark, Kenichi Tago of Japan, World Championships bronze medallist Nguyen Tien Minh of Vietnam; and two Malaysians Liew Daren and Chong Wei Feng.
Daren will take on Jorgensen in the first round while Wei Feng starts off facing Thailand’s rising star Tanongsak Saensomboonsuk.
“The draw is similar to the one in Denmark and I will have a host of players from China as company. In Denmark, I lost to Chen Long (in the final) and in the French Open, I lost in the semi-finals (to Kenichi). It will be tough but I hope to recover from my lethargy by then.”
On Thursday, Chong Wei took the opportunity to wish all his friends and fans Happy Deepavali, adding “It will be a busy day for me on Saturday as I will be visiting all my Hindu friends”.
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Well, i think LD also lost the WC'05 and WC'10 title. But you're nearly there.
But why are you guys keep talking about LD in LCW's thread?
OneToughBirdie
Regular Member
Well, i think LD also lost the WC'05 and WC'10 title. But you're nearly there.
But why are you guys keep talking about LD in LCW's thread?
Just got carried away, lah...sorry. And thanks for the WC05 and WC10 correction.
You're welcome!
And don't sorry to me, i am not the owner of the thread.
Just a reminder before the fans got objected. Peace. 
Thom_bad
Regular Member
I think Chong Wei would better skip the last two SS tournaments. I've just read his physical condition is questionable because of the reminiscence of last's year's ankle injury. He has played many international tournaments this year, adding to the Indo, China and India leagues. He has an advance of 20k points in the SS rankings over the n°2, and a 40k advance over the n°8, so I guess he'd better take some rest and get back in form in the SS finals next month and make a good run in Malaysia SS in january.
Getting an injury in HK or China in the coming weeks would be catastrophic, preventing him from playing the SS finals held in KL and then the Malaysia Open a few weeks later, at home again. I guess those two tournaments are competition he doesn't want to miss in order to get back on the track after a mediocre european tour and to start 2014 well.
Getting an injury in HK or China in the coming weeks would be catastrophic, preventing him from playing the SS finals held in KL and then the Malaysia Open a few weeks later, at home again. I guess those two tournaments are competition he doesn't want to miss in order to get back on the track after a mediocre european tour and to start 2014 well.
samuelkirk05
Regular Member
The event was just over the weekend, if anybody is a fan, I have an extra one in English. Only one. Probably some of you guys want to collect it.
I like the part about his childhood and growing up.
Are you willing to give it to me for free? Hehehehe
SibugiChai
Regular Member
I thought the book out very long liaw
niw only sign ?
niw only sign ?
Nothing is FREE in life
I think Datuk LCW has the skills and talent.. he seems to be lacking luck...Sigh.
Agreed! More like LCW is unlucky to be in the same era with LD.
It is lucky for the true badminton fans, I can't imagine one of the two is missing. It is the golden era of badminton. Thank LCW for his passion for the game and provides us with many memorable matches. He may not win any of the majors when he retires but he will be remembered a true champion in our heart.
Hope LCW takes up coaching and produce world and olympic champions - since
he has experience multiple losses - he's the best to teach how to win.
carltan101
Regular Member
Not all players are able to coach well. Being a former player and then becoming a a coach doesn't going to make him successful in his new job. He may give several tips on how to improve a person's game but probably not the actual coaching.
The book's been out for a while, but I don't live next door to LCW so I can't just give him a call and ask him to sign my book.
I had to go to the event last weekend to queue and get it signed during the autograph session.Win or lose, LCW is #1 for sportsmanship.
Yup, that is true. To coach is not only about skill and technique, but about motivation, setting goals, planning and arranging the player's wellbeing. Being a player, you single-mindedly focus on 1 thing..improving your game.