Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean, the Malaysian women’s doubles pair, have showcased their skills and gained confidence before their upcoming tournament – the Celcom Axiata Malaysia Open 2019. Their impressive performance at the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2019 in New Delhi has set the stage for an exciting competition in their home country.
Throughout the week, Chow and Lee displayed exceptional form, overcoming tough opponents en route to the final. They defeated Hong Kong’s Ng Tsz Yau/Yuen Sin Ying, China’s Chen Lu/Xu Ya, and eighth seeds Chayanit Chaladchalam/Phataimas Muenwong in straight games. However, their most remarkable feat was their comeback against second seeds Jongkolphan Kititharakul/Rawinda Prajongjai in the semifinals. Despite trailing by a game and 14-19, the Malaysians rallied and won seven consecutive points to force a decider, which they narrowly won.
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In the final, Chow and Lee demonstrated their resilience but fell short against Greysia Polii and Apriyani Rahayu, losing 21-11 and 25-23. Nonetheless, the duo remains optimistic about their performance and acknowledges the importance of enhancing their mental strength and confidence on the court.
Ranked No.17 in the BWF World Rankings, Lee and Chow are the highest-placed Malaysians. Their progress has been commendable, especially considering Lee’s early exit from the circuit due to injury in 2018. After her return, it took some time for the pair to regain their momentum. However, they made it to the semifinals of the US Open in their third tournament together and ended the year on a high note by winning the Syed Modi International in November.
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As they prepare to compete on home soil, Chow and Lee are in a positive frame of mind. Interestingly, their first match at the Malaysia Open will be against the same opponents they defeated in the semifinals of the India Open – Kititharakul and Prajongjai.
With their growing confidence and remarkable progress, Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean aim to make their mark in the upcoming Celcom Axiata Malaysia Open 2019 and continue their upward trajectory in the world of badminton.
FAQs
Q: How did Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean perform at the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2019?
A: Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean showcased their skills and resilience throughout the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2019 in New Delhi. Although they fell short of winning the title, they performed exceptionally well, defeating tough opponents and reaching the final.
Q: Which pairs did Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean defeat on their way to the final?
A: Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean triumphed over Hong Kong’s Ng Tsz Yau/Yuen Sin Ying, China’s Chen Lu/Xu Ya, and eighth seeds Chayanit Chaladchalam/Phataimas Muenwong in straight games. Their most impressive victory was their comeback against second seeds Jongkolphan Kititharakul/Rawinda Prajongjai in the semifinals.
Q: How have Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean progressed in their badminton careers?
A: Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean have made significant progress in their badminton careers. Despite Lee’s early exit from the circuit due to injury in 2018, the duo has steadily improved their performance. They reached the semifinals of the US Open in their third tournament together and ended the year on a high note by winning the Syed Modi International in November.
Summary
Chow Mei Kuan and Lee Meng Yean, the Malaysian women’s doubles pair, showcased their skills and gained confidence during the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2019. Although they narrowly missed out on the title, their impressive performance sets the stage for an exciting competition at the upcoming Celcom Axiata Malaysia Open 2019. Ranked No.17 in the BWF World Rankings, Chow and Lee have made significant progress in their badminton careers, proving their resilience and determination on the court. With their exceptional form and growing confidence, they aim to make their mark in their home tournament and continue their upward trajectory in the world of badminton.
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