Category: 2024 Paris Olympics

An Se Young vs. Badminton Korea Association — Part III

Seoul: After winning the gold medal at the Paris Olympics, South Korean badminton star An Se-young launched a scathing critique against the Badminton Korea Association (BKA). Despite adopting a more subdued tone upon her return home, hoping to shift the focus back to athletes still competing, Lee Kee-heung, president of the Korean Sport & Olympic Committee (KSOC), responded to her accusations in an interview with Korean media, defending the BKA and emphasizing that the BKA has developed and nurtured many outstanding badminton players, with An Se-young being the only one to express dissatisfaction. Continue reading An Se Young vs. Badminton Korea Association — Part III

Zheng Siwei and Wang Chang Showcase Their Singing Talents

Paris: After the conclusion of the badminton events at the Paris Olympics, Olympic mixed doubles gold medalist Zheng Siwei and Olympic men’s doubles silver medalist Wang Chang embarked on a different kind of adventure near the Eiffel Tower—a karaoke and music video journey. Continue reading Zheng Siwei and Wang Chang Showcase Their Singing Talents

Wang Chi-Lin to Team Up with new partner – Chiu Hsiang-Chieh for Japan and Korea Opens

Taipei: After successfully defending their men’s doubles gold medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics, Lee Yang and Wang Chi-Lin have decided to pursue different career paths respectively. Continue reading Wang Chi-Lin to Team Up with new partner – Chiu Hsiang-Chieh for Japan and Korea Opens

An Se Young vs. Badminton Korea Association – Part II

Paris: After winning the women’s singles gold medal at the Paris Olympics, world champion An Se-young publicly lashed out against the Badminton Korea Association, hinting that she might withdraw from the Korean national team. This outburst caught the attention of South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol, who demanded a thorough investigation and explanation from the Badminton Korea Association. Today, An Se-young posted a “blackout” image on social media, expressing her heavy heart and apologizing to all the Korean athletes whose moment of glory was overshadowed by the controversy surrounding her. Continue reading An Se Young vs. Badminton Korea Association – Part II

Run Wang Chang, Run!!

Paris: Chinese badminton player Wang Chang, partnered with Liang Weikeng, made it to the men’s doubles final at the Paris Olympics but ultimately had to settle for a silver medal. Despite losing the final, Wang Chang won immense popularity due to his handsome appearance. When he returned home, he was chased by a large group of fans at the airport, leaving some of his fans in shock and commenting that his “glorious return” looked more like he was escaping from some sort of disaster. Continue reading Run Wang Chang, Run!!

Lee Zii Jia, Aaron Chia, and Soh Wooi Yik Receive Hero’s Welcome Upon Return To Malaysia

Kuala Lumpur:
This Wednesday, as men’s singles player Lee Zii jia and the men’s doubles pair Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik returned home from the 2024 Paris Olympics, the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) was brimming with fans awaiting their heroes with a warm welcome. Continue reading Lee Zii Jia, Aaron Chia, and Soh Wooi Yik Receive Hero’s Welcome Upon Return To Malaysia

An Se Young Criticizes Badminton Korea Association for Ignoring Her Injury; Korea’s Presidential Office Calls for Thorough Review

Paris: Less than 24 hours after winning a gold medal for the South Korean badminton team for the first time in 16 years, women’s singles world No. 1 and world champion An Se-young criticized the Badminton Korea Association, expressing disappointment with the Korean national team and revealing she had considered retiring from the sport. Continue reading An Se Young Criticizes Badminton Korea Association for Ignoring Her Injury; Korea’s Presidential Office Calls for Thorough Review

Viktor Axelsen Retains Olympic Gold Medal

Paris: Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen successfully defended his Olympic gold medal by defeating Thailand’s world champion Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the men’s singles badminton final in Paris on Monday. Continue reading Viktor Axelsen Retains Olympic Gold Medal