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Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong: The Most Successful Players of Indonesia Masters

Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong have cemented their status as the most successful players in the history of the Indonesia Masters. As the top seeds, they clinched their fifth title at the tournament on Sunday with an impressive victory over unseeded Japanese pair Hiroki Midorikawa and Natsu Saito. The match lasted just 31 minutes, with Zheng and Huang winning with a score of 21-15 21-16.

The achievement left Zheng speechless, as he expressed his disbelief and gratitude. In his post-match interview, he stated, “I’m speechless. I know we’ve won a lot here, but I didn’t know we are now the most successful. We are so happy; this is such a meaningful place for us.” Zheng, who made his debut in the competition in 2013 alongside He Jiaxin, emphasized their consistent good results at the Istora.

The pair attributed their success to the unwavering support of the fans. Zheng acknowledged the fans’ role, stating, “The fans never fail to support us, and I think they bring us luck. We enjoy playing in this arena so much. The fans are one of the most important reasons we want to keep coming back, although we were sick last week.”

Zheng and Huang’s journey to victory was not without obstacles. They encountered illness while competing at the Malaysia Open two weeks prior, which led them to skip the India Open in order to recover. Despite still being in the process of regaining their full health, they gave their all to secure the championship title.

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Setting Records and Making History

Dominating the records at the tournament is not new for Zheng and Huang. Previously tied with local legends Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo with four titles each, Zheng and Huang became the first mixed pair to top the podium three consecutive times in 2020. Furthermore, they are the only pair to win all their titles together, as Gideon and Sukamuljo won once with different partners before their successful partnership from 2019 to 2020.

Quotes from Other Players:

In addition to Zheng and Huang’s remarkable achievement, other players also shared their thoughts on the tournament:

  • Women’s singles runner-up Nozomi Okuhara expressed her joy, saying, “I’m so happy to be standing here in front of all the supporters at Istora. Three months ago, I got injured and couldn’t even do anything. Now my performance is getting better every day. I’m very proud of myself.”

  • Anders Antonsen, reflecting on his performance, admitted, “I was so scared of losing the third game, then suddenly I started to crawl back into it. Getting the last point was such a big relief. I was in panic mode, to be honest, and that wasn’t good. I started to attack recklessly and stopped following my game plan. I need to learn from that.”

  • Brian Yang, who had a successful run in the tournament, shared his newfound confidence, stating, “The main thing is just to have confidence in myself because I’ve shown this week I have that level to compete with the top players. I should just try and ride on that confidence going into future tournaments. Definitely the most successful tournament of my career.”

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Contrasting emotions for Yang and Antonsen

FAQs

Q: How many titles have Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong won at the Indonesia Masters?
A: Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong have won five titles at the Indonesia Masters.

Q: What records have Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong set at the tournament?
A: Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong became the first mixed pair to top the podium three consecutive times in 2020. They are also the only pair to win all their titles together.

Summary

Zheng Si Wei and Huang Ya Qiong have solidified their position as the most successful players in the history of the Indonesia Masters. With their fifth title win at the tournament, they showcased their exceptional skills and dominance on the court. Despite facing health challenges, they displayed determination and resilience to secure the championship. Their consistent success and record-breaking performances have set them apart as one of the top mixed doubles pairs in the badminton world. The Indonesia Masters has proven to be a special place for Zheng and Huang, with their achievements leaving them speechless and grateful. As they continue to shine in the badminton scene, fans can look forward to witnessing their future accomplishments. Visit Carnegiecentre.com for more thrilling badminton news and updates.